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Supertrees

November 29, 2017

Singapore has supertrees. "...As the metropolis continues to grow, urban planners are weaving nature throughout—and even into its heights. New developments must include plant life, in the form of green roofs, cascading vertical gardens, and verdant walls." … [Read more...]

Branched Coneflower (Rudbeckia triloba)

October 16, 2017

Branched Coneflower (Rudbeckia triloba) -- the native prairie plant we love to hate. This pretty diminutive species of Rudbeckia is one of the final bursts of color we find in our prairies during the late fall. It's a delight to see, but it can be the bane of a prairie's existence. This aggressive … [Read more...]

Rivers and Drifts: Natural Processes and Patterns in Designed Places

August 30, 2017

Nationally known landscaper designer Wisconsin son Darrel Morrison was the keynote speaker for Wild Ones Fox Valley Area Chapter's 20th Annual Toward harmony with Nature Conference held on January 20, 2016. The Chapter recorded Darrel's presentation and made it available to Wisconsin Public … [Read more...]

Giant Ragweed (Ambrosia trifida)

August 25, 2017

I haven't seen any ragweed in my prairie for years, but this year I noticed several Giant Ragweed (Ambrosia trifida) plants -- and only because they towered over the Ox-eye Sunflowers (Heliopsis helianthoides). I could hardly believe my eyes! … [Read more...]

Four Monarchs on Meadow Blazingstar

August 14, 2017

Leaving the WILD Center where I had attended a meeting, around 6:45PM on August 7, 2017, I saw two monarch (Danaus plexippus) butterflies nectaring on some Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris ligulistylis). Soon a third joined them and then a fourth attempted to, but flew off. From my own experience, … [Read more...]

Colors of Summer

July 31, 2017

The past few days have been pleasant weather-wise, and without rain for a change. It gave me a chance to get out and take some photos of the colors of summer.  Enjoy! Note: Don't forget to click on the photos to enlarge. … [Read more...]

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