May 3, 2019
These 10 drought tolerant plants will help you create a more water wise, low maintenance garden. Keep in mind that while these are drought tolerant once established, they will take anywhere from 2-5 years to fully establish and require less watering. If you’re experiencing an extended period of drought, these plants will also very much… Read more >
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March 19, 2019
If you have a hummingbird feeder, chances are it has some kind of red on it and that’s not by coincidence. The color red, along with other bright colors, is a favorite among hummingbirds because it helps them find the tastiest nectar. If you’re wanting to attract hummingbirds to your garden, these plants will do… Read more >
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September 28, 2018
The Prairie garden style is usually characterized by swaths of grasses, horizontally structured plants, and repetition. This style is inspired by the open and flat mid-west landscape and its characteristics are used to bring attention to the relationship between the sky and landscape. This Prairie style lends itself well to bigger gardens but that doesn’t… Read more >
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April 27, 2018
Medicinal plants can sometimes sound like a scary thing but these easy to find and grow plants all have wonderful health benefits. Always remember that you should start out with small doses of anything new so that you know how you tolerate it. It’s also important to know exactly where you’re getting these from. You… Read more >
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10 Drought Tolerant Plants
Plants for Hummingbirds 
Plants for the Prairie Garden Style 
Medicinal Plants You Can Grow in Your Garden 
