Perennials to Plant in August Still time to add color that comes back every year! 華 Best for: Zones 39 USA Moist summer soil UK Cool-temperate prep AUS […]
Meet the Dwarf Willow! salix herbacea This tiny tree grows just 5 cm 2 inches tall and survives in one of the harshest places on Earththe tundra of Greenland. Despite its size, its a true woody plant with branches, roots, and resilience. Proof that even the smallest things can be mighty.
Meet the Dwarf Willow! salix herbacea This tiny tree grows just 5 cm 2 inches tall and survives in one of the harshest places on Earththe tundra of […]
蝹 Build a Habitat Tripod for Birds & Pollinators Turn a simple tripod into a mini sanctuary for wildlife in your garden! Zones: 811 adaptable with similar climbing nectar plants. 1. Purple Hardenbergia climbs the tripod and provides caterpillar food for Common Grass-blue butterflies. 2. Fairy-wrens find safety and nesting spots in the low, shrubby cover. 3. Banksias attract Eastern Spinebills with their nectar-rich blooms. 4. Climbing Guinea Flower draws in native bees for pollination. 5. Red-browed Finches forage at the base, feeding on native grasses. A tripod like this offers food, shelter, and protectionall in one natural feature. Perfect for creating a thriving, wildlife-friendly garden.
蝹 Build a Habitat Tripod for Birds & Pollinators Turn a simple tripod into a mini sanctuary for wildlife in your garden! Zones: 811 adaptable with similar climbing […]
曆 8 Native Perennial Flowers to Attract Butterflies Plant natives Support pollinators Enjoy a garden full of life 曆 1. Milkweed Asclepias spp. Host plant for Monarchs, clusters of pink, orange, or white blooms. 2. Coneflower Echinacea purpurea Long-blooming daisy-like flowers, nectar source for butterflies. 3. Black-eyed Susan Rudbeckia hirta Bright golden flowers with dark centers, tough and reliable. 4. Bee Balm Monarda didyma Shaggy red or purple blooms, attracts butterflies & hummingbirds. 5. Liatris Blazing Star, Liatris spicata Tall purple flower spikes, loved by swallowtails. 6. Joe-Pye Weed Eutrochium purpureum Tall native perennial with pink-purple clusters, butterfly magnet. 7. Goldenrod Solidago spp. Late-season yellow blooms, critical nectar for migrating butterflies. 8. Ironweed Vernonia noveboracensis Bold purple flower clusters, thrives in moist soils, butterfly favorite. #fblifestyle
曆 8 Native Perennial Flowers to Attract Butterflies Plant natives Support pollinators Enjoy a garden full of life 曆 1. Milkweed Asclepias spp. Host plant for Monarchs, clusters […]
Turn a Broken Umbrella into a Garden Feature Repurpose an old umbrella frame as a trellis for climbing plants Plant Morning Glory seeds at the basethese vigorous vines love to twine up supports Watch as lush green growth and bright blooms transform your garden into a living canopy Perfect for adding shade, color, and a touch of creativity
Turn a Broken Umbrella into a Garden Feature Repurpose an old umbrella frame as a trellis for climbing plants Plant Morning Glory seeds at the basethese vigorous vines […]
廬 Types of Scorpions Around the World! Emperor Scorpion Large, black, and gentle Shiny exoskeleton Red Claw Scorpion Like the Emperor, but with red pincers Red Scorpion Bright red Some are medically significant Arizona Bark Scorpion Small & light brown Most venomous in the U.S. Forest Scorpion Black and lives in humid forests Three-Striped Scorpion Has 3 dark stripes Mild sting Deathstalker Pale yellow-green Highly venomous Blue Scorpion Rare & blue-colored Being studied for medicine 荒 Pseudoscorpion Tiny, no tail Harmless pest-eater Tailless Whip Scorpion No sting, long whip legs Totally harmless 裡 Fat-Tailed Scorpion Thick tail Very dangerous 倫 Arizona Hairy Scorpion Big & hairy Mild sting Stay Safe! Look, dont touch especially in venomous regions. Call a pro if you find one indoors!
廬 Types of Scorpions Around the World! Emperor Scorpion Large, black, and gentle Shiny exoskeleton Red Claw Scorpion Like the Emperor, but with red pincers Red Scorpion Bright […]
Opossums are often misunderstood but play a vital role in healthy ecosystems. They eat thousands of ticks each week, reducing the spread of tick-borne diseases. They also feed on carrion and waste, helping to naturally clean their environment. Unlike many mammals, opossums are highly resistant to rabies. Theyre gentle, beneficial, and essential to ecological balance. By leaving them unharmed, youre protecting natures cleanup crew.
Opossums are often misunderstood but play a vital role in healthy ecosystems. They eat thousands of ticks each week, reducing the spread of tick-borne diseases. They also feed […]
These wild plants often grow unnoticed, yet theyve been trusted for centuries in herbal medicine. Learning to recognize them means adding powerful allies to your natural first aid and wellness kit. 1. Dandelion Natural detox for liver and aids digestion. 2. Purslane Anti-inflammatory and supports heart health. 3. Nettle A natural antihistamine, also eases arthritis pain. 4. Plantain Excellent for wound healing and soothing insect bites. 5. Chickweed Calms skin irritation and helps reduce inflammation. 6. Yarrow Reduces fever and helps stop bleeding.
These wild plants often grow unnoticed, yet theyve been trusted for centuries in herbal medicine. Learning to recognize them means adding powerful allies to your natural first aid […]
Plant Once, Enjoy for Years! These 9 low-maintenance plants return season after seasonsaving you time and effort. Perfect for gardens and pollinator patches! 1. Walking Onions – Plant themselves by dropping new bulbs. 2. Lavender – Fragrant flowers that grow bigger each year. 3. Chives – Fresh herbs of spring; cut to encourage growth. 4. Echinacea – Beautiful blooms that attract pollinators. 5. Black-eyed Susan – Cheerful yellow flowers that spread naturally. 6. Bee Balm – Attracts beneficial insects with edible flowers. 7. Thyme – Hardy herb that thrives on neglect. 8. Asparagus – Establishes in 2-3 years, producing for 20 years! 9. Rhubarb – Massive stalks for pies, grows larger annually.
Plant Once, Enjoy for Years! These 9 low-maintenance plants return season after seasonsaving you time and effort. Perfect for gardens and pollinator patches! 1. Walking Onions – Plant […]
Hummingbirds have incredible memorythey remember every flower and even how long it takes for nectar to refill. This isnt just survivalits how they build their migration map, a living route of safe gardens and feeding stops across thousands of miles. By planting native tubular flowers, your yard becomes more than just a gardenit becomes a life-saving landmark theyll return to year after year. #Hummingbirds
Hummingbirds have incredible memorythey remember every flower and even how long it takes for nectar to refill. This isnt just survivalits how they build their migration map, a […]