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Invasive Species Spotlight Sometime in the 1700s, someone set sail from Eurasia to North America with the glossy …
Invasive Species Spotlight Sometime in the 1700s, someone set sail from Eurasia to North America with the glossy …
Properly caring for your yard contributes to the health of our local and global ecosystems. Join Generation Restoration by healing …
Trees are service providers. They offer cooling shade, clean our air and water, sequester carbon and provide birds, insects …
During the hot, dry summer months, a layer of mulch in the garden keeps soil and plant roots cool …
Nectar, the tasty treat hidden inside a flower, feeds many small mammals, birds and insects. Most importantly, it …
For Immediate Release May 26, 2021 – Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) invites homeowners to its free gardening workshops …
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Periwinkle is one of many invasive plants found in backyards. Left unmanaged, this invasive ground cover can smother a garden …
If you’ve found invasive species growing in your yard, remove them and replace them with native plants. Removing invasive species …
Aggressive invaders such as periwinkle, goutweed or “snow on the mountain” and English ivy can quickly take over large …
Like any garden, a rain garden benefits from a layer of mulch. But because of their unique design …
April showers bring May flowers, but they also create puddles and soggy spots in your yard. With more …
Long-blooming great blue lobelia (Lobelia siphilitica) stands out in summer. Dense spires of blooms float above long, pointed …
Connecting with others has been challenging this past year. Now that snow is melting, your yard can help …
You’ve got your chosen list of native plants ready. Maybe you’ve already purchased seeds from a native plant nursery. …
Diversity is key for creating vibrant communities, yards, and gardens. Native shrubs are a great option for adding …
We can’t see them now but lurking beneath the snow are invasive plants. Next week is Invasive Species …
If you didn’t complete all your yard cleanup chores before the snow fell, you’ll be relieved to know …
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Eastern white cedar (Thuja occidentalis) can lift your spirits whether you have it planted outdoors or bring some sprigs …
When do snow-covered tree branches go from picturesque winter wonderland to worrisome? How much weight can those branches …
Your yard can be beautiful and colourful even in winter. Planning your garden with winter in mind ensures …