When it comes to attracting birds, there is a guaranteed recipe for success. Birds are attracted to a backyard that provides the tempting trio of food, shelter and nesting sites. And what’s a great way to offer all … [Read more...]
How Effective are Nativars
Do “nativars” (cultivars of native plants) work as well as the plain old original native species themselves? Doug Tallamy’s thoughts. Source: AWAYTOGARDEN.COM … [Read more...]
Native Plants for Conservation, Restoration and Landscaping – Native Plant Finder
So you want to start a native plants garden, but don’t know where to start? Or you have problems deciding what native plants to use? DCR has a handy dandy Native Plants Finder to help you out! Select the conditions of your yard and the Plants Finder … [Read more...]
Fall Garden Care for Pollinators
Doug Tallamy’s seminal work in backyard ecology, the book Bringing Nature Home, implored gardeners to think about how their landscapes are viewed by the bugs and birds that rely on plants for survival. Read more about Fall Garden Care for … [Read more...]
