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by Timothy Kane, American Beauties Native Plant Ambassador All About Cephalanthus occidentalis – Buttonbush Buttonbush used to be one of the best Lepidoptera host plants that no one knew. Thankfully, that dynamic has changed dramatically over the last few years...
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by Timothy Kane One of the signature native plants for the eastern garden, Monarda didyma, is a plant of many common names including beebalm, bergemont and Oswego tea to name a few. To the numerous pollinators that are attracted...
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Sisyrinchium angustifolium, or blue eyed grass, is one of the most unique native perennials you might grow in your native garden. Part of its uniqueness stems from its air of mystery…Is it a grass that blooms like an...
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If you plant the right native trees, you will support the most caterpillars which will support the most native birds which will allow you to create a thriving food web that will bring your landscape to life!
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Having a space near your entryway full of lush and nutritious plants—whether planted near your back door or under a sun-soaked spot with pots—is a great way to improve your cooking and your health! Many of you probably planted herb...
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