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The Rise of Millennial Gardening
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Guerilla Gardening And Its Popularity
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December 07 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
Holiday Garden Gift Guide
If you’re looking to spoil the nature lover or wildlife fan in your life, we’ve got you covered with picks that are sure to make winter more bearable until we can begin planting again.
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December 02 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
Winter Garden Tips for Native Plants
Though it may seem everything is frozen in time, there’s a few things you can do to help your plants not survive winter, but be ready to thrive in spring.
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November 16 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
Why Garden for Wildlife Supports the Anti-Lawn Movement
American lawn culture is destructive. The anti-lawn movement is growing as Americans choose wild gardens over lawns.
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October 26 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
Plant Native Shrubs for Wildlife
Native shrubs support wildlife throughout the year by providing food and cover. Attract local wildlife with the right native shrubs for you.
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October 20 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
Why You Should Leave The Leaves for Wildlife
Why spend money on mulch and fertilizer when you can make your own? Turning leaves into solid waste is, well, wasteful!
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October 06 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
Fall Garden Task Checklist
The weather may be cooler, but fall is a great time to plant! Warm soil and reliable autumn rainfall make for ideal planting conditions for perennial native plants. Since native plants are well suited to your area’s soil and weather, there’s only a few tasks to tackle in the fall.
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September 16 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
Is Fall A Good Time to Plant?
As summer wanes and blooms abound, you might be wondering if it’s a good time to add to (or start!) your garden. Simply put, yes, fall is a great time to plant native plants, like flowers and trees and shrubs.
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September 12 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
Guide to Plants and Sunlight
From full sun to part shade and full shade, what kinds of sunlight do plants need? Here’s our guide to plants and sunlight.
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September 02 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
How to Attract Hummingbirds with Native Plants
By growing native plants and providing water and a handful of other resources, you can easily attract hummingbirds.
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August 29 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
Guide to Milkweed Plants and Monarch Butterflies
It’s not a weed, and it doesn’t produce milk, but the humble milkweed is one of the most important plants you can have in your garden. Despite its misleading name, the milkweed is a tough native plant that grows just as well in North American wetlands as it does in fields and prairies. The reason why milkweed is so...
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August 22 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
Ultimate Guide to Gardening in Virginia
With the range of available native plants in Virginia, your garden can thrive. Here's our guide to gardening in Virginia gardens.
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August 01 2022 – Mary Phillips, Head of Garden for Wildlife
Campout and Discover Native Wildflowers!
Camp Green and Come Clean for the Earth during this summer’s Great American Campout™! Camping is an easy way to enjoy nature and wildlife, whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-time camper. Whether you are camping on the road or in your own backyard, the beauty and fragrance of wildflowers can enhance your experience. National and state parks are...
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July 26 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Digital Storyteller
Summer Garden Task Checklist
Hopefully your hard work is paying off in summer with beautiful blooms and wildlife visitors. We've collected a few must do's for summer to maintain your garden habitat.
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July 21 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Digital Storyteller
You Built It and They Came: The Science Supporting Your Wildlife Habitat Garden (Recorded Webinar)
On May 26, Garden For Wildlife was proud to present the webinar, You Built It and They Came: The Science Supporting Your Wildlife Habitat Garden.
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July 03 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Digital Storyteller
How to Attract and Build a Firefly-Friendly Habitat
If you have fought off snails, slugs, various insects and worms in your garden, then fireflies can lend a hand by helping to control these pests.
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June 02 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Digital Storyteller
How To Help Pollinators During Pollinator Month & Pollinator Week
Why should we celebrate our pollinators? The simple truth is we can’t live without them. Pollination is an essential ecological process. Without pollinators, humans and wildlife wouldn't have much to eat or look at!
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May 31 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Digital Storyteller
The Truth about the Butterfly Bush (And What To Plant Instead!)
Depending on where you live and your garden goals, there are easy-to-grow and BEAUTIFUL native plant options that will better support butterflies and other wildlife.
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May 13 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Digital Storyteller
What is a Pollinator Garden & How to Plant a Garden for Pollinators
Pollinators worldwide are in decline, losing numbers to threats like pesticide poisoning, habitat loss, and disease. Plant native blooming trees, shrubs, and wildflowers to provide pollinators with nectar and pollen to eat.
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