What do starfish on the Pacific Northwest Coast, and Oak trees, Goldenrod, and Blueberries in New England, as well as beavers, wolves, and Sagebrush have in common with Roman stone arches? These plants and animals are all considered keystone species. Just as the wedge-shaped keystone at the top of a Roman stone arch holds the […]
As summer draws to a close and blossoms begin to fade, it’s important to rely on plants that bring late-season interest to borders and beds. Among the autumn and winter stars of the garden are perennial favorites including fall-blooming Anemones,…
Create an autumn color show in your garden with perennials that come into their own late in the season. Asters, Ornamental Grasses, Rudbeckias, Russian Sage, and Echinaceas are among the plants that put on a brilliant display in the fall.…