The benefits of native plants in landscaping are plenty. Native plants save you money, time, and energy, and they also can brighten your day with hummingbird or butterfly sightings in your garden or ...

What is a Native Plant? According to the USDA, native plant species “have evolved and occur naturally in a particular region, ecosystem, and habitat.” They can include plants, grasses, shrubs, and ...

What is natural landscaping? It is the practice of using plants native to a specific region in a garden or meadow. With this practice becoming a popular choice, Ogle County Master Gardeners are ...

One of the most rewarding parts of traveling is seeing beautiful new landscapes and the many plants that comprise them, from sacred lotus flowers in India to wild papyrus in Egypt. If you've got a ...

Seeds are amazing. They contain everything plants need to grow, and come with simple instructions to “just add water.” Of ...

Seeds have helped plants evolve into a breathtaking variety of forms that fill our world with color and provide us with food and medicine. It's difficult to imagine where plants would be today ...

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Black eyed Susans can get crowded out a bit by more aggressive plants, so I wouldn't worry." This garden is a prime example of how fruitful native plant gardens and lawns are. Native species are ...

Q: I’d like to expand my native plant gardens next year, and figure the cheapest way is by seed, even if it takes longer. Where can I find sources and sowing tips? A: We recently published a ...

If you still have winter vegetables in the garden, December is a good time to harvest. The harsh freezes of January and ...