What is a “bog plant” ? In simplest terms, bog plants are plants species that grow in bogs! Well then, what is a bog? Is it a swamp? A bog is a specialized habitat, generally a wetland that has accumulated peat. Acidic low-nutrient water occurs at surface level of bogs. Because of this, plant … [Read more...]
Species Spotlight – The Native Grasses Part Three
Grass Species for specific uses and conditions As described in Parts One and Two of this series, grasses are easy to grow, add visual interest to the garden, and have tremendous ecosystem benefit. Until recently, the word 'grass' conjured up an image of a tidily maintained lawn or golf course. … [Read more...]
Species Spotlight – The Native Grasses Part Two
Native Grass Species Bottle-Brush Grass (Elymus hystrix Bottlebrush Grass is one of the few grasses for part shade to shade. It will place itself in niches here and there, sending up its delicate seed head to mix with other flowers in your garden. Widely adaptable. The seed heads resemble … [Read more...]
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