After removing disruptive introduced species, try planting these
by Wild Seed Project
Choose plants based on the growing conditions of the site (sun exposure, soil type and moisture). The best time for planting in spring is between late April and the 3rd […]
The Gardener’s Dilemma: Wild-type Plants or Nativars?
by Mark Richardson
The answer lies in genetic diversity. *This article was originally published in Wild Seed magazine Volume 3, pp. 14-17. A spring trip to a garden center to seek out new […]
How to Make a Meadow
by Heather McCargo
Meadows are beautiful dynamic habitats with rich populations of plants and animals, and unfortunately, they have been reduced substantially in the last 50 years. Contributing to their decline is the […]
How to Find Native Plants
by Heather McCargo
Finding native plants to purchase can be challenging for native species enthusiasts. Small local growers of nursery stock have nearly disappeared, and today many nurseries purchase plants that have been […]
Ferns: Ancient Plants for 21st Century Landscapes
by Heather McCargo
Ferns are ancient plants whose ancestors first appeared on Earth over 300 million years ago. Members of a division of primitive plants called Pteridophytes, ferns are one of the earth’s […]
Hellstrip Plantings: Creating habitat in the space between the sidewalk and the curb
by Heather McCargo
Urban environments are dominated by pavement, the bane of most living things. One area ripe for community greening is the hellstrip—the narrow space between the sidewalk and street curb. Sometimes […]
Creating Canopy: Plant a Native Tree for a Greener Future
by Heather McCargo
Planting a native tree is a powerful act that directly benefits local wildlife, moderates ground temperature, and helps remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Since the dawn of agriculture, people […]
Wasps in the Garden Ecosystem
by Reeser Manley
I am intimidated by the bald-faced hornets that forage nectar from raspberry blossoms and the yellow jackets that swarm over ripe blueberries, having experienced the stings of both. Yet each […]
The Beauty and Pollinator Benefits of Asters and Goldenrods
by Heather McCargo
Asters and goldenrods are some of our most recognizable late season wildflowers. Asters range in colors from blue, purple, pink to white, and goldenrods have abundant yellow flower clusters. These […]
Invasive Plants and Maine’s Ecological Puzzle
by Gary Fish
What do plants like ‘Crimson King’ Norway maple, burning bush and barberry have in common? They are long-standing favorites in urban and suburban landscapes; they grow easily and they provide […]
