Every yard needs a tree. All the better if it’s a native species of tree, one that will support native bees, butterflies and other wildlife. “Fall is a great time for tree planting,” said Spencer ...

Winters were brutal throughout most of New England in Colonial America. It snowed a lot, often into spring, and there were no radiators (or antibiotics). Many settlers didn’t survive the season, but ...

If you’re in the market for new trees, consider planting natives. They are generally lower maintenance than exotic species, require less water, fertilizers and pesticides, and often cost less, too.

The benefits of trees are boundless. Whether it is the calming aesthetics of a tree-lined path or street, the cooling shade of a looming oak on a summer day, or the joy of watching wildlife shelter ...

Improve the biodiversity of your yard, provide shade, and help protect against erosion—all in a smaller space than you think you need. May 16, 2024 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a ...

It is quick-growing and easily spread by wind, water, and birds. It is difficult to clear out easily – it grows back on its ...

Organizers say the goal isn’t to turn beginners into botanists overnight, but to “plant the seed of ecological literacy” — helping residents recognize that knowing and valuing native plants is the ...