Wildlife Gardeners - North American Wildlife Gardening http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/ Welcome to the Wildlife Gardeners Forum en Sun, 19 May 2013 04:09:39 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/images/styles/desert_green/misc/rss.jpg Wildlife Gardeners - North American Wildlife Gardening http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/ Cross-post: reforest your yard http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/green-blogs-websites/11655-cross-post-reforest-your-yard.html Sat, 18 May 2013 23:48:38 GMT I posted in this in my regular forum (the Dead Lawn Society) but I wanted to post it here as well. It's the link to my new "backyard reforestation" site. All comments are welcome. The link is: Reforest Your Yard | No money? No gardening skill? No problem. ]]> Green Blogs and Websites sd9fpu8ed0923i0 http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/green-blogs-websites/11655-cross-post-reforest-your-yard.html Tired of stink bugs.... well.... this might just work!!! http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/organic-gardening/11654-tired-stink-bugs-well-might-just-work.html Sat, 18 May 2013 14:49:54 GMT Stink bugs get old after a while. I went online looking for more info on how to deal with them and stumbled on this- BEST Stink Bug Trap EVER -... Stink bugs get old after a while. I went online looking for more info on how to deal with them and stumbled on this-


I'm gonna try it. Those little Sylvania LED lights are cheap enough and I've got bags of 2 liter pop bottles so why not!!! Watch the whole video.... his idea is really genius. Here's hoping it works!!! ]]> Organic Gardening Equilibrium http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/organic-gardening/11654-tired-stink-bugs-well-might-just-work.html Just when you thought you were safe from pantyhose... http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/organic-gardening/11653-just-when-you-thought-you-were-safe-pantyhose.html Sat, 18 May 2013 14:44:15 GMT Ha ha ha.... check this out, Protecting Squash Plants - YouTube Ha ha ha.... check this out,
]]> Organic Gardening Equilibrium http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/organic-gardening/11653-just-when-you-thought-you-were-safe-pantyhose.html Harvest 2013 http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/vegetables-other-than-tomatoes/11652-harvest-2013-a.html Sat, 18 May 2013 14:08:57 GMT I did some tilling this morning, and when I came in for a water break, made a zuchinni omelet. This week I have harvested potatoes, snaps,... I did some tilling this morning, and when I came in for a water break, made a zuchinni omelet.

This week I have harvested potatoes, snaps, parsley, squash & zucchini, scallions, radish, blackberries and one peach. ]]> Vegetables other than tomatoes biigblueyes http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/vegetables-other-than-tomatoes/11652-harvest-2013-a.html What can I do to fix these tomato cages? http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/tools-supplies/11651-what-can-i-do-fix-these-tomato-cages.html Sat, 18 May 2013 12:49:39 GMT Take a look at the photo. I know.... I know.... using the cable ties was a "girl" fix. Duct tape didn't work so this was the best I could come up with. There's got to be a better way. I've got a solder gun I used for making stained glass panels many moons ago. Could I use that to solder the pieces of wire together that keep coming apart? It's been a while since I used a solder gun but I'm thinking it's like riding a bicycyle.... once you do it the right way.... you don't forget.
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]]> Tools and Supplies Equilibrium http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/tools-supplies/11651-what-can-i-do-fix-these-tomato-cages.html Not exactly a tool in the traditional sense but... http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/tools-supplies/11650-not-exactly-tool-traditional-sense-but.html Sat, 18 May 2013 12:44:59 GMT I do use it in my little ponds. I tried fixing it with duct tape but... duct tape failed me. I keep looking at this net and thinking there has to be... I do use it in my little ponds. I tried fixing it with duct tape but... duct tape failed me. I keep looking at this net and thinking there has to be a way to replace what's there with some left over window screening I've got laying around but.... I'm not seeing how to do it. I've tried taking it apart and I'm getting the feeling that after the netting was put in, the plastic frame was fused somehow. Does anyone have any ideas? I've got 2 nets like this and they're both useless but the poles and frames are still good. I do have scraps of screen laying around. Window screen will probably last longer than what ever is used in these nets that they charge $15 for.
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]]> Tools and Supplies Equilibrium http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/tools-supplies/11650-not-exactly-tool-traditional-sense-but.html <![CDATA[Ya know how everyone complains that they don't make tools the way they used to...]]> http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/tools-supplies/11649-ya-know-how-everyone-complains-they-dont-make-tools-way-they-used.html Sat, 18 May 2013 12:19:34 GMT Well.... they don't. This is 1 of my larger watering cans that I use a lot. I was watering my seedlings yesterday and the handle gave way. I took a photo of the side that let loose and you can see how there is a piece of plastic there that looks like it was being used as a spacer of some sort. The other photo is of the other side of the handle that's still holding. I'm thinking of just sticking some sort of a screw through there unless someone has a better idea. The only problem with a screw in the location is I see my sleeves getting caught on it.
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]]> Tools and Supplies Equilibrium http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/tools-supplies/11649-ya-know-how-everyone-complains-they-dont-make-tools-way-they-used.html Box turtle http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/herps/11648-box-turtle.html Fri, 17 May 2013 20:25:39 GMT I saw a box turtle in my woods. It has a good home on my property! I saw a box turtle in my woods. It has a good home on my property! ]]> Herps Ellenwright http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/herps/11648-box-turtle.html Endangered Species Day – May 17, 2013 http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/threatened-endangered-species/11647-endangered-species-day-may-17-2013-a.html Fri, 17 May 2013 04:49:46 GMT Endangered Species Day – May 17, 2013

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http://www.fws.gov/endangered/index.html ]]> Cirsium http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/threatened-endangered-species/11647-endangered-species-day-may-17-2013-a.html Here we go http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/butterflies-moths/11646-here-we-go.html Fri, 17 May 2013 03:06:23 GMT It is really starting to take off here. I have identified all me lifers at this point and have started collecting. The photo has a few... It is really starting to take off here. I have identified all me lifers at this point and have started collecting. The photo has a few whites,longwings, spicebush, and some buckeye. 2 pipevine will join them shortly. ]]> Viceroy http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/butterflies-moths/11646-here-we-go.html In hot-and-dry Southern California, lazy gardeners should love native plants http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/north-american-native-plants/11645-hot-dry-southern-california-lazy-gardeners-should-love-native-plants.html Thu, 16 May 2013 22:26:59 GMT In hot-and-dry Southern California, lazy gardeners should love native plants By Suzanne Sproul, Staff Writer Posted: 05/14/2013 01:51:39 PM PDT... In hot-and-dry Southern California, lazy gardeners should love native plants
By Suzanne Sproul, Staff Writer
Posted: 05/14/2013 01:51:39 PM PDT
Updated: 05/14/2013 02:00:12 PM PDT

In hot-and-dry Southern California, lazy gardeners should love native plants - Press-Telegram
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If you're looking for success in your gardens, local experts say the best way to achieve that is to grow native.

Seasoned veterans or enthusiastic novices who utilize plants that come from this region, or have growth cycles conducive to Southern California soil and temperatures, will have more fun and reap the benefits...
]]> North American Native Plants Staff http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/north-american-native-plants/11645-hot-dry-southern-california-lazy-gardeners-should-love-native-plants.html Native plants for frugal landscaping http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/landscape-garden-design/11644-native-plants-frugal-landscaping.html Thu, 16 May 2013 22:25:53 GMT Native plants for frugal landscaping
Activities May 15, 2013
By: Julia McGuire

Native plants for frugal landscaping - Des Moines frugal family | Examiner.com
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Native plants are a frugal choice for landscaping. Although the initial cost may rank with that of a typical perennial, native plants are adapted to our climate and soil. For homeowners, native landscaping means a hardy plant that can survive Iowa winters and hot spells as well as resist pest damage and drought. Over time, the cost to keep native plants diminishes, while that of many non-natives stays high with feedings, mowing, and prevention of pests and disease.

Once established...
]]> Landscape and Garden Design Staff http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/landscape-garden-design/11644-native-plants-frugal-landscaping.html OR- Oregon Tech Native Plant Garden Grand Opening http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/north-american-native-plants/11643-oregon-tech-native-plant-garden-grand-opening.html Thu, 16 May 2013 22:24:45 GMT Oregon Tech Native Plant Garden Grand Opening
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May 15, 2013, KLAMATH FALLS, Ore.

News | Oregon Tech > Oregon Tech Native Plant Garden Grand Opening
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The Grand Opening of a new Native Plant Garden and Schoolyard Habitat Project will be held Saturday, June 1 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Oregon Tech. The unveiling of the plant garden will be held at 10 a.m. and educational workshops about the plant habitats in the Klamath Basin will proceed after cake and refreshments.

This event will teach about native plants and native plant habitats in the Klamath Basin, demonstrate how native plants can be used in landscaping to reduce water needs for yard maintenance (called xeriscaping), and create a living laboratory for student-based research projects.

Teaching professionals for all ages are encouraged to attend as workshops are adaptable to many units that teachers may already teach, such as units on insects or...
]]> North American Native Plants Staff http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/north-american-native-plants/11643-oregon-tech-native-plant-garden-grand-opening.html PA- Native plant ordinances to be discussed at Sunday event http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/north-american-native-plants/11642-pa-native-plant-ordinances-discussed-sunday-event.html Thu, 16 May 2013 22:23:46 GMT Native plant ordinances to be discussed at Sunday event Posted: Thursday, May 16, 2013 12:00 am Updated: 6:23 am, Thu May 16, 2013. By Chris... Native plant ordinances to be discussed at Sunday event
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Native plant ordinances to be discussed at Sunday event - phillyburbs.com: Courier Times
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Many townships are exploring native plant ordinances that require any new development to include native plants in their landscape plan, organizers of Sunday's event said.

More information: pa.audubon.org. or email ssaffier@audubon.org.
]]> North American Native Plants Staff http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/north-american-native-plants/11642-pa-native-plant-ordinances-discussed-sunday-event.html <![CDATA[MI- home & garden: County Farm Park's Britton Woods is a native plant must-see]]> http://www.wildlifegardeners.org/forum/natural-areas/11641-mi-home-garden-county-farm-parks-britton-woods-native-plant-must-see.html Thu, 16 May 2013 22:21:59 GMT home & garden: County Farm Park's Britton Woods is a native plant must-see
By Rick Meader AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
Posted on Wed, May 15, 2013 : 9:44 p.m

County Farm Park's Britton Woods is a native plant must-see
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Quick! Move fast! This warm weather is both a blessing and a curse. It’s a blessing for obvious reasons, wearing shorts without getting goose pimples is one. It’s a curse because our wonderful spring ephemerals display their beauty for a much shorter period of time.

Given that, I have a suggestion for you that you should follow if at all possible, especially if you live in Ann Arbor, and it’s this. Visit the Washtenaw County Farm Park’s Britton Woods in the next few days.

You can get a glimpse of thousands of...
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