Why White? White flowers brighten shady areas, and are especially enjoyable at dusk when their blossoms pop through the shadows. Add even more interest with contrasting textures and forms, both in plant shapes and in flowers. Mix tall, spiky plants like Culver's Root with shorter plants like Iris … [Read more...]
Native Plants for Winter Interest
The season is winding down, and your plants are going dormant but there is no end to the beauty your garden can provide! Our deciduous trees are sporting brilliant fall foliage, while asters and goldenrods still abound in the field. But, with winter approaching, lets think ahead to what's coming … [Read more...]
Bats in the Garden
At over 1,200 known species, bats are the second most numerous order of mammals (outnumbered only by rodents). Bats comprise nearly 25% of all mammal species, which means nearly 25% of all mammal species fly! Pennsylvania is home to nine species of bats, and an occasional home to two southern … [Read more...]
