The other day in my Facebook news feed there was a question about whether a plant someone had growing in their landscape was non-native Goutweed (Aegopodium podagraria) or native Golden Alexander (Zizia aurea). That got me thinking -- besides the color of the blossoms, what is the … [Read more...]
Plant Rescues and Dreams
I've been the "dig" coordinator for my local Wild Ones Fox Valley Area (WOFVA) Chapter since we chartered in November 1974. It is a role that has often brought tears to my eyes knowing a natural area is going to be destroyed, but gratitude to my heart knowing we will be able to rescue at least some … [Read more...]
Neil Diboll to Present Keynote
Well known Ecologist Neil Diboll, Owner of Prairie Nursery in Westfield, Wisconsin will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Toward Harmony with Nature Conference on January 27, 2018. Neil’s presentation on “The American Garden – A Life or Death Situation” will talk about the increasingly important … [Read more...]
Prairie Plant Identification in Winter
The December 2017 Natural Shore Technologies newsletter has great photos of some prairie forbs and grasses in winter which would be helpful in identifying these plants. Instead of trying to duplicate the photos in this post, I thought I would just share the link. … [Read more...]
The American Garden — A Life or Death Situation
I am pleased to announce the Wild Ones Fox Valley Area Chapter is presenting their 22nd annual Toward Harmony with Nature conference The American Garden – A Life or Death Situation on January 27, 2018 at the Oshkosh Convention Center in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. THE KEYNOTE … [Read more...]
In the Tallgrass
As native plant enthusiasts, we know the prairie thrives with a multitude of wildlife, including a huge variety of insects. This short video shows us the insect world hidden away in the tallgrass prairie. I love the graphics. https://vimeo.com/237101098?ref=fb-share&1 "A short animated … [Read more...]
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