Using Georgia Native Plants

  I visited Japan earlier this month and was surprised to spot several of our native plants behaving badly in unmanaged spaces such as along...

While autumn temperatures may go up and down, confusing humans as to whether it's "fall fall" or just "false fall," ...

Native oaks ( Quercus  spp.) are keystone species for insects and the ecosystems in Georgia. Over 550 species of Lepidoptera (butterflies an...

  This blog is seasonal. Every week the topic has something to do with what’s happening: in the yard, in the season, even what’s happening w...

As we learn more about the benefits of using native plants, it is natural to want to spread that information to neighbors, friends, and fa...

The diversity of native insects is amazing. I am always thrilled to find a less common one. This week found me leading a walking at Stone Mo...

  There are over 100 ferns native to Georgia and the Southeastern US. Some are big and bold while others are tiny, single-frond plants. Some...