Journal Notes

Summer offers a unique change to prepare for success with native plants and trees.

"soak in the sights and sounds of the garden, where even adding pine bark nuggets to our woodland path can be filled with beauty and peace."

In Episode 18 (More Than a Hobby) of my YouTube series, we got our hands in the dirt to welcome two quintessential native species to the garden sanctuary: the American Beautyberry and Woodland Phlox. Now, I’ve put together this in-depth guide on their ideal planting conditions. From the purple clusters of the beautyberry to the delicate spring carpets of the phlox, here is everything native gardeners need to know to support local biodiversity with these low-maintenance plants