Category: General

MDC offers free virtual class about native plants for winter beauty

Subtle colors and bold textures stand out in the landscape this time of year. Join our native landscape specialist virtually to discuss the beauty and benefits of native plants in winter. We’ll focus on plants that provide food and habitat for wildlife as well as create visual winter interest in your own backyard. Register here Continue reading "MDC offers free virtual class about native plants for winter beauty"

Birds, Plants and More

MRBO is hosting a Winter Learning Series of webinars in partnership with the Missouri Birding Society, beginning next Monday, January 9th. Join us every Monday in the months of January – March at 6pm (with the exception of February 13th) More Information and Register Continue reading "Birds, Plants and More"

Concerned About Insects?

Perhaps you’ve noticed that the chore of cleaning the windshield of your car happens less and less frequently these days due to declining insect populations, the next step up from plants in the web of life. Here’s an article that delves into the problem. Continue reading "Concerned About Insects?"

A Book of Interest

A few weeks ago, while attending a Zoom meeting, Native Plants at Noon, a book was recommended that I found quite interesting. New Naturalism, by Kelly D. Norris. It is shelved St. Charles City County Library. The author’s philosophy of native gardening is spelled out very well. Since the book covers native gardening in general, […] Continue reading "A Book of Interest"