- Nov 6 2019
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- Fall, Landscaping
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The Bitter Bane of Buckthorn: Removing a Monster
Halloween may be over, but a monster lurks and lingers in our midst. Our beloved prairies and woodlands are under attack. Highly invasive, non-native trees have decimated native perennials, grasses, groundcover and even trees. Sadly, the issue isn’t simply…
- Apr 24 2019
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- Landscaping, Spring
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Natives 101: 7 Beautiful Plants to Get You Started
Spring is more than just a lovely maiden with her delicate touch of ethereal pastels and wispy, burgeoning buds. She is a lion hearted warrior who battles the lashing tail of Winter’s retreat, so life can again prosper…
- Nov 14 2018
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- Fall, Landscaping
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A True Giving Tree
Like a silken scarf meandering in the wind, the geese quickly fell into formation, trumpeting their departure across the frigid November sky. Respite and refuge awaited them elsewhere, where life would be immeasurably easier, food more plentiful and temperatures more forgiving. Wildlife depends…
- Feb 19 2015
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- Landscaping, Uncategorized
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The Costs of Illegal Dumping
I simply will not acknowledge the weather today. It is not worthy of my time or my words. There’s nothing poetic or redeeming about it. Moving on. You’ve heard the old saying, “If you don’t like the weather, wait five…
- Sep 17 2014
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- Landscaping, Uncategorized
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Autumn’s Supporting Roles
The weekend presented a shining example of Fall’s excellence – beautiful weather and crisp, clear skies. Although the majority of foliage has yet to turn, there were examples of Fall’s distinct beauty in the many perennials, shrubs, and ornamental grasses. In addition…