Climate Change in the Watershed
The Watershed is Changing Climate change often brings up visions of extreme heat, drought and flooding during spring …
The Watershed is Changing Climate change often brings up visions of extreme heat, drought and flooding during spring …
Bring Nature Indoors For centuries people in colder climates have been bringing nature indoors to display signs of …
Wood ferns Stay Green Year-round Make the transition from summer to fall spectacular by following these tips for …
Prepare for a Climate Emergency Climate change is often featured in the global news stories we see on …
Wild Black Cherry is a Tolerant Tree Some trees, such as American beech, are rarely seen outside of …
We’ve already experienced a few 30 degree days this year and we’ll likely see more because of climate …
There are some plants that you wish you didn’t invite into your yard. These are invasive species—non-native plants …
Have you ever wanted to create a rain garden, build a soakaway or plant a soggy area of your yard? You …
When planning and planting our gardens, we often focus on what we see above ground, like birds nesting …
The switch from summer to fall can be bittersweet. But two things that help ease the transition are …
What will you restore? On June 5, the United Nations declared the next ten years the Decade on …
Urban communities are often hotter in the summer than rural areas. This phenomenon is called urban heat island …
Nectar, the tasty treat hidden inside a flower, feeds many small mammals, birds and insects. Most importantly, it …
If you’ve found invasive species growing in your yard, remove them and replace them with native plants. Removing invasive species …
Celebrate spring by creating a rain garden in your yard. Here are three steps to help you get …
April showers bring May flowers, but they also create puddles and soggy spots in your yard. With more …
Connecting with others has been challenging this past year. Now that snow is melting, your yard can help …
Winter is a great time to learn about the many active creatures that call your backyard home during …
Scavengers are animals who eat carrion and decaying plant matter. They play an important ecological role by feeding …
Your yard can be beautiful and colourful even in winter. Planning your garden with winter in mind ensures …