Property managers can create productive wetlands with little expense. In fact, enhancing and protecting existing wetland areas carry little to no development cost. Before selecting a new wetland site, determine if there are restrictions or necessary permits....Read more >
Many landowners want to create a thriving habitat for wildlife. Both hunters and conservationists want increased populations of deer and upland birds. Healthy, biodiverse ecological environments are shrinking with urban sprawl. Preserving and...Read more >
Can a college improve sustainability, budget, and student performance with a single change? Yes. In recent years, campus landscaping has shifted toward native alternatives from traditional turf. Cornell University began a native plant project in 2009....Read more >
Native plants are valuable to the ecological success of any region. They evolved with the site’s soils, sunlight, moisture, and wildlife. Together, they created functional ecosystems we call natural communities. Forest, wetland, prairie, savanna, glade....Read more >
Coats, hats, and gloves are important for us during winter months. But native plants also play a role in mitigating the effects of harsh conditions. This article explains their role in acting as a buffer against winter weather. Insulation and Windbreaks...Read more >
Ecosystem resilience has never been more critical. Escalating climate change is driving the movement to preserve and protect our lands. Native plants are important components of environmental land management. Their unique evolutionary characteristics...Read more >