Fences can help define property boundaries, protect gardens, and keep pets and livestock safe—but they can also create barriers for wildlife. Even a fence that seems easy for us to step over or walk around can be difficult for animals to navigate. When fences are placed close together across neighboring properties, they can create a

A healthy creek is more than a source of water—it provides habitat for wildlife, supports healthy soils, and connects your property to the larger watershed. Whether you have a small seasonal stream or a year-round creek, a few simple actions can help protect and restore this important habitat. Remove invasive weeds Invasive plants can crowd

One of our Nature Neighbors recently sent us this message, and we can’t blame her for panicking! “I was in the yard, spreading compost in preparation for seeding some ground cover.  The bed with asters and goldenrod is bordered with large tree branches loosely woven together.  When I looked, there were swarms of winged insects

This question came to us from Nature Neighbor Giana: “I’ve been watering and deadheading a lot this summer and have been pleasantly surprised by how long you can extend the blooming season that way. Who knew? It looks great, and it is also a lot of work. My partner was saying that he doesn’t want

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There’s a perfect native plant (or two) for every kind of condition imaginable – from the hottest sun to the darkest corners of your garden. Use the guides below to help determine what to plant where in your home habitat.