Cozy up with Nature-based Educational Resources this Winter
Cornell Lab Bird Academy Do you want to learn how to identify, draw or understand bird behaviour? The […]
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Native Plants
Le Cercle de l’Amitié: Promoting Community Through Green Spaces
Circle of Friendship Le Cercle de l’Amitié, which translates to “circle of friendship” in English, has been a
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Creepy Flora in the Credit River Watershed
These Strange Plants Really Exist If you thought creepy and strange plants were only the stuff of nightmares
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Choosing Male or Female Plants
We often enjoy flowers for their beauty and fragrance. But did you know that the unique colour and
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Benefits of Dividing Plants
As a garden matures, some perennial plants (plants that return each year) will benefit from being divided. This
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Partner Resources to Reduce Flood Risk
Get your Business Flood Ready Is your business at risk of flooding? Businesses within the TRCA jurisdiction of
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New Invaders
Jumping worms – Amynthas spp., Metaphire spp., Pheretima spp. Jumping worms are invasive earthworms most likely to be
The 3-30-300 Rule
Trees play a vital role in cooling cities, reducing carbon dioxide, supporting wildlife and enhancing air quality. They’re
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Choosing the Best Spot for Your Tree to Thrive
Thinking about where you could locate a new tree, or whether you have enough space? Finding the right
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Ferns: Ancient Species Hiding in Plain Sight
Ancient Species in the Watershed The mention of pre-historic times often brings to mind enormous dinosaurs. Did you
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Picture Perfect: Top Native Plants for Your Instagram Feed
Want to show off your garden and wow friends and family with your photos? When searching for snapshots in the
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Flower Flies: More Than They Appear to Bee
While butterflies and bees grab most of the headlines, there are several other impactful species responsible for pollinating
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Dampening the Drought: Adapting to Hotter, Drier Summers
Climate change brings higher temperatures and more frequent droughts in summer. Instead of struggling to keep non-native plants
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Reasons to Choose the Chelsea Chop
To control the height and blooms of your perennials, consider adding the Chelsea Chop to your spring maintenance
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More Local Plants to Grow
We’re excited to announce that the new Woodland Plants for Landscaping booklet is ready for you to enjoy! Originally released in
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Transforming Lawns to Landscapes
In recent years, there’s been a lot of press about “No-Mow May”, a call-to-action urging us to leave
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Invasives
Neighbourhood Watch Be on the lookout! Invasive species can have detrimental effects on natural areas and our own
Common Conifers of the Credit
It’s a Wonderful Time of Year to Appreciate Conifers Trees Leaves have fallen, there’s a chill in the
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Local Groundcovers for Your Yard
Plant These Species Instead To avoid or eliminate invasive groundcovers, choose some of our top native plants, find
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Understanding Plant Labels
Learn What It All Means Plant tags contain essential information to help you make the best choices when
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Pale Purple Coneflower
Echinacea pallida While you may notice colourful arrays of coneflowers in local gardens or nurseries, pale purple coneflower
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