People who would like to learn more about how to identify trees in winter should register for the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) virtual program “Winter Tree ID,” a free event from 10-11 a.m. on Jan. 27. This online program is being put on by the staff of MDC’s Shepherd of the Hills Conservation Center. […] Continue reading "Learn how to identify trees in winter at Jan. 27 MDC virtual program"
It is almost time! Each year, with the support of the Missouri Prairie Foundation’s Grow Nativeprogram, we award a front yard makeover using plants native to Missouri. The purpose is tohighlight the importance of using native plants, in a way that is both attractive to people, andbeneficial for the area’s wildlife. We are looking for […] Continue reading "New Year, New Landscape Challenge!"
Here’s a listing of MDC events happening in our area through January both in person and virtual. Click on the link for more information and to register Continue reading "Get Outside this winter"
Learn about owls at MDC virtual program on Dec. 20 WINONA, Mo. – Because of owls’ nocturnal lifestyles and their hunting of mice, rats, and other animals that can be pests for humans, these night-time birds are a fascinating and beneficial part of Missouri’s outdoors. People can learn more about owl species found in Missouri by […] Continue reading "Learn about nighttime visitors to your garden"
There is more than just using the new USDA map when selecting plants for your native garden. Check out this article by Benjamin Vogt to find out why. Continue reading "Stop Gardening by Hardiness Zone"
An idea whose time has come. Making solar farms do double duty. Continue reading "Pollinator-friendly’ solar farms can be a boon for bees"
The latest Horticulture Magazine has an interesting article, “Sizable Options”, about deciding the pros and cons of buying perennials in plugs or containers, If you can’t find a copy of the paper magazine it is available on Libby through the St. Charles City-County Library. Continue reading "An Article of Interest"
When the leaves fall, but Bush Honeysuckle is still green, it is the perfect time to remove them, especially after it rains and the ground is softer. MDC has posted an excellent primer for dealing with this environmental scourge. Continue reading "Tis (almost) the Season"
If you are a user of INaturalist here is some background of the app with some interesting side stories. Run time 54:50. Link here Continue reading "A Podcast of Interest: iNaturalist, A Cultivator of Community and Collector of Crucial Wildlife Data, Goes Solo"