Native Plant Knowledge & Ecological Gardening
Our articles share practical experience from growing, planting, and observing native plants in the Quinte region.
Here you’ll find articles/posts about:
- guidance on selecting native plants for real site conditions
- habitat-based planting strategies
- ecological restoration insights
- climate-adapted species and range shifts
- working with natural processes in gardens and landscapes
These are the ideas that shape how we grow our plants and how we help others rebuild living landscapes.
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There is a natural tendency toward biodiversity built into living things. In plants, this is achieved through cross-pollination and mutation. When a plant produces seeds there will always be some degree of variation within the offspring. Some may fail to thrive while others may be more successful than average. The -
Declining biodiversity is one of the most serious issues today. With the growing demands of the human population, species in all parts of the world are being stressed due to climate change, habitat loss, and pollution. We are seeing unprecedented rates of extinction. As landowners and gardeners, we need to -
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In 2006, I took early retirement from a position in outdoor education to start a native plant nursery in Frankford, Ontario. For those who recognize the importance of biodiversity and wanted to turn their yards into havens for wildlife, it was hard to find plants native to this general area.
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It is hard to imagine a world without flowers. They bring joy during times of celebration and solace during times of sadness or grief. Though the beauty of their form, colour and fragrance is so appealing to us, their true purpose is to attract the little creatures who act as -
The beauty of the natural world has inspired artists and poets since humans have been able to express their creativity on paper and canvas. Woodlands, parks and wilderness areas are common destinations for people who just want to get away from the regular hustle and bustle of modern life. All