Last week Darrell and Mary Kromm from Reeseville Ridge Nursery stopped by on their way up North to drop off a native plum tree, often called the American plum (Prunus americana). I had contacted Darrell earlier in the year to find out if he could tell me why my native plum trees don't produce fruit. … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2016
American Yew (Taxus canadensis)
In the recent past, I have disliked the shrub often called just "Yew" because I've felt they were overused in our American residential landscapes, and they required a lot of work on my part to maintain. But in recent years I've come to be a little fonder of this evergreen plant. We have a row … [Read more...]
Public Lands for Sale?????
The Republican dominated legislature of the State of Wisconsin passed legislation recently which has required it to sell off several hundred acres of public land. A number of other states are selling off public holdings as well in an attempt to balance budgets. Now the Congress is trying to have the … [Read more...]
Asters — One of my Favorites
I love this time of year because the end of summer brings the beautiful array of native asters for our enjoyment. The New England Asters (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae fna Aster novae-angliae) with its variety of colors from purple to pink, and the Sky Blue Aster (Symphyotrichum oolentangiense fna … [Read more...]
Labor Day Thoughts
Labor Day is a good day to reflect on life and the work we put into maintaining our natural environment when sometimes all around us seem to be so unconscious of its importance. Take the time to get outside today and just savor nature and the web of life of which we are so blessed to be a part. … [Read more...]
Wisconsin Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP)
States are required to complete SCORPs every five years to be eligible to participate in the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) State Assistance Program funded with a 50% match by the National Park Service. Some components of a SCORP are required, but there is flexibility built into the poll to … [Read more...]