Here’s an interesting article on the subject. Continue reading "The Difference Between Native and Neonative Plants, and Why It Matters"

MDC Science programs highlight the incredible work done by scientists with the Missouri Department of Conservation and partner organizations. Do not miss your chance to learn about reptiles and amphibians from the one who wrote the book on it, literally! Get a behind the scenes look at the life and times of State herpetologist Jeff […] Continue reading "MDC Science-Life of the State Herpetologist"

Some Food for Thought from Benjamin Vogt: 1) Leaf damage is a good thing. We want to see leaf damage — this shows the plants are being used as nature intended. Caterpillars gotta eat, and caterpillars = butterflies and moths = flowers being pollinated = seed set = more plants to help fill in and […] Continue reading "Natural Garden Refresher"

Native Plants for Pollinators & Beneficial Insects-Midwest chart from the Xerces Society has been added to our Tools and Tips Page. Check it out Continue reading "New Tool in our Tool Box"

After a spring of planting you may have a pile of plastic pots sitting around. You may keep some for potting extra plants to share, but what to do with the rest. The Missouri Botanical Garden no longer has their pot recycling program. BUT, Home Depot does take pots for recycling whether you bought them […] Continue reading "What to do with all those pots?"

You can never have too much information. Here is a website from nearby Illinois that can be a valuable resource for gardening for pollinators. Illinoispollinators.org Continue reading "Close Enough!"

Saturday, May 27, 1:00 p.m. Mushrooms are a delight for animals and people alike! Explore the realm of the fungi and learn what role they play in our environment. We will explore what it takes to mushroom hunt in Missouri, where you can go and which may be a good addition to your dinner plate. […] Continue reading "Mushroom Hunting 101 (Virtual)"

A virtual program from MDC, May 13, 10:30 a.m.. You must register here. Continue reading "Wonderful Wildflower ID"

Maybe it’s not such a good idea. A discussion from Benjamin Vogt. Continue reading "No Mo’ to No Mow May"

A podcast and a book about attracting moths to your garden with native plants. The butterflies get all the press, but don’t forget about the night shift. The book is not available at the St. Charles City-County Library, but can be secured through World Cat. Continue reading "Happy Moth-ers Day!"