I've already sung the praises of hover flies and dragonflies, so it should not surprise anyone that I can find room in my heart to appreciate the varied other flies that grace my gardens. I get it, when we think of pollinators, we tend to think of bees and butterflies; they are glorious after all. But ...
Read More | Wildlife Gardening JournalAs wildlife gardeners, we work tirelessly to create attractive, safe spaces for the creatures that visit and use our landscapes. Yet, despite our best intentions, certain plant choices can inadvertently cause harm. One such example is the non-native Nandina domestica, sometimes called heavenly bamboo, which is native to Asia rather than North America. While its ...
Read More | Wildlife Gardening JournalFall is here, and thankfully our afternoon temperatures have fallen into the high 80s from the 90s and 100s. It's a good break for plants suffering from extreme drought, which mine are. We even had our first freeze, so all my tender perennials are stashed away in the greenhouse for winter. (The trick will be ...
Read More | Wildlife Gardening JournalLeafhoppers are a diverse group of small insects in Cicadellidae family. They derive their name from their ability to hop around the leaves in your garden, the better to feast upon them. Considered to be a pest by most people, some can be quite beautiful, and they certainly play a role in the wildlife garden, ...
Read More | Wildlife Gardening JournalI had torn rotator cuff repair surgery a week ago, and typing is a little challenging since one arm is in a sling. So, I thought I'd focus today's blog on photos. Thankfully, I had visits from two rare and unusual fritillaries that I can share. Diana Fritillaries I wrote a blog earlier this year ...
Read More | Wildlife Gardening JournalGardening with native plants is a rewarding way to support local wildlife, especially our beloved butterflies and moths. Many native North American trees serve as essential host plants, providing food and habitat for caterpillars, which later transform into the stunning winged adults we admire. Integrating these trees into your wildlife garden not only enhances its ...
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