Organic shaped planting beds planted densley with native plantings is the perfect back drop to this New England backyard.
Change fills earth and sky cold fronts float full above hills pails of moisture fall flora and fauna season palette rendering bright mov...
For a low-maintenance, wildlife-friendly landscape, use native plants adapted to the climate and range of soils in the Northeast
LibGuides: Native Americans in New England: For Students
Here's a classic, old-fashioned recipe for New England Indian Pudding from the Yankee archives, made with cornmeal, molasses, ginger, and cinnamon.
Keystone Plant Provides critical late season nectar for pollinators and migrating monarchs Non-aggressive goldenrod Does not spread by rhizomes Larval host plant Top-ranked plant for supporting biodiversity Full to part sun Medium to dry soil Up to 3' tall Blooms September through November Does best with tall competition Good companion for Sky Blue Aster or New England Aster
Baptisia tinctoria (yellow wild indigo): Go Botany
by Ellen Sousa and Russ Cohen Edible gardening generally brings to mind beds of lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, melons, and other foods with origins in distant continents. As natives of often...
The New York Flora Atlas is a source of information for the distribution of plants within the state, as well as information on plant habitats, associated ecological communities, and taxonomy. In addition, users can learn about the location of vouchered specimens and see images to get a better visual for each plant.
With its beaches, trails, and mountains, New England is a pup’s playground. Here are some pet-friendly lodging options that make traveling with furry friends a breeze.
Trifolium campestre (pinnate hop clover): Go Botany
Click here for a complete guide to native plants of the Northeast.
Amazon.com: Native and Naturalized Trees of New England and Adjacent Canada: A Field Guide (9781584655459): Richard DeGraaf, Paul E. Sendak: Books
The Shelburne Falls glacial potholes are a unique geological wonder in Massachusetts.
WHAT FLORIDA NATIVE PLANT IS BLOOMING TODAY?: BLUEJACKET; OHIO SPIDERWORT (Tradescantia ohiensis) said to be aggressive, although that has not been my experience. Flowers are prolific but only last a day. Learn: http://fnps.org/plants/plant/tradescantia-ohiensis Native American Ethnobotany for this genus: http://naeb.brit.org/uses/search/?string=Tradescantia ###
Once you understand the basics of matrix planting, creating one of your own will be a fun and rewarding exercise. Learn how, here.
Add a splash of color to your autumn garden with cheerful New England aster. Learn how to grow this native perennial now on Gardener’s Path.
How to Plant Native Plants in Natural Layers: Grow native plants in natural layers to create a meadow garden.
These five New England destinations offer all-ages fun that’s worth the drive. Just park once, and make memories all day.
