Leafhoppers 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 JournalWriting this blog is always a learning experience for me. I have no formal training in botany beyond my Master Gardener classes (no surprise there, I'm sure), so I'm continually learning about plants like any other gardener. Today, I thought I'd write about a plant that has done stellar in my garden. It started from ...
Read More | Wildlife Gardening JournalIn July and August, I swear it feels like I'm battling the four horsemen of the apocalypse in my garden. First, the rain turned off leading to a flash drought. Then the beastly hot temperatures arrived. Now a plague of grasshoppers is eating their way through my plants. Or rather, I have a lot of ...
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 JournalDid you know that 70% of all bees nest underground? Well, don't feel bad, neither did I until I started researching this blog. Mind you, I knew that many species, including some bumble bees, were ground nesters, but I didn't know that the majority of all bees were reared underground. But looking at all the ...
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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