Do you have a passion for native plants and natural landscaping? Do you wish you knew more about native plants and biodiversity? If so, I invite you to join this blog and learn about native plants, natural landscaping and biodiversity a little at a time. As Executive Director of Wild Ones for 17 … [Read more...]
Cogs and Wheels & the Nature of Oaks
I attended the tour of Wild Ones Fox Valley Chapter member Jim LaLuzerne's yard. He concluded by making this observation. Have You Lost Your Cogs and Wheels? “To keep every cog and wheel is the first precaution of intelligent tinkering.” – Aldo Leopold, A Sand County Almanac. But when all the … [Read more...]
Why Do Leaves Change Colors?
I love the fall season. I love to watch the change in color of the warm-season native plants -- forbs, grasses, trees, and shrubs. I've always known the change in color had something to do with the chlorophyll in the plants, but I thought it was about time I learned what happens to create the … [Read more...]
Finally, the THWN 25th Anniversary Conference
Finally, after two years, mark your calendars and join the Wild Ones Fox Valley Area Chapter for their 25th Anniversary Conference Celebration with special keynote speaker, Douglas Tallamy, PhD, nationally recognized environmental speaker and award-winning author. Douglas W. Tallamy - Keynote … [Read more...]
Snapping Turtle
Today, as I approached the stop sign at the edge of my street, I saw a snapping turtle attempting to cross the street. I immediately stopped the car. Getting out of my car, I was sure the turtle was dead. But no, it was only teasing. I went back to the car and put on John's gloves. It was a sturdy … [Read more...]
Digging in the Garden
Digging in the garden will always be a lifesaver for me. I dig in the soil and cut down invasives. While away from the computer, there are three tools I rely on most: a shovel, pruners, and Gel Roundup. A shovel for removing plants and locating them in a proper place. Pruners and Gel … [Read more...]
Remembering II
When I was 7-1/2 years old, my mother brought a new baby into our house. I became the babysitter because my parents worked. Then, two years later, my middle brother, and three years later, my baby brother came – all called me "the protector," but in fact, they were my family. I had always considered … [Read more...]
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