It takes all kinds of plants to create a thriving habitat for wildlife, while each kind fulfills different ecological functions. Among them, shrubs are one kind of plant with important ecological functions for wildlife. Shrubs are woody plants, generally multi-trunked and under 20 feet tall. … [Read more...]
Seed Producing Plants for Birds
By Barbara Malt, Lehigh Valley Audubon Society –Originally published in the Lehigh Valley Audubon Society Summer 2020 Newsletter You can have beautiful garden flowers that also provide a fall and winter feast for birds to keep them going through cold weather. These two work well together to … [Read more...]
Native Sedges – Shady Lawn Replacement, Mulch Substitute, and More
If you have a shady or semi-shady location, sedges are wonderful, easy-care plants and may be just the ticket for replacing turf grass. Their names alone are intriguing enough to make them worth a try! Most will withstand occasional light foot traffic. What Is a Sedge? Sedges look a lot like … [Read more...]