Rhode Island is the smallest state in the country, but don’t let that fool you into thinking it has little to offer. One of the original U.S. colonies, Rhode Island was the last to officially become a state. Newport has over 400 miles of coastline, and the state also has many historical monuments and locations, …
Garden Landscaping
What is the best coating for a beehive? When you view photos of beehives, you will see hives coated in various finishes. Some look like natural wood, while others seem to be painted. Most beehives are made from wood, and since beehives are outside and exposed to the elements, they need some protection to ensure …
Pennsylvania, the Keystone State, is full of rich history and historical monuments. It has large, diverse cities, and sprawling, peaceful mountains. The state flower is the mountain laurel, but there are more than 2,100 native plants in the state. This Pennsylvania native plants list will help you learn more about some possible options for your …
The Pacific Northwest is known as a home for lush, green plants, with many species that are rich in color, texture, and shape, and in local history. Native plants serve an important function to the local ecosystem and planting natives is an important way to help restore those ecosystems. You will attract native wildlife and …
The Sooner State is located in the South Central and Southern Plains region of the United States. Oklahoma has 51 state parks and lots of beautiful, protected land to visit and enjoy. It’s also home to many beautiful native trees, shrubs, flowers, and more. When you choose native plants in your landscape or garden, you …
North Dakota is a midwestern state of the United States that contains a lot of the Great Plains. It leads the country in the production of wheat, dry edible beans, honey, flaxseed, and canola. While it is a large state, it is the third least populated in the country. There’s a lot of land and …
For most parts of the United States, the month of September still feels like summer until you get to the time when the leaves start turning colors. Something about those vibrant leaves as they turn on the trees really rings in the feeling of fall. The official start of fall is on the fall equinox …
North Carolina is a southeastern state well known for its history of flight, the Great Smoky Mountains, and for being the birthplace of Pepsi-Cola. But another awesome thing about North Carolina is the many beautiful, beneficial plants that are native to the region. This North Carolina native plants list will help you decide which native …
New York and New York City have many native mosses, ferns, grasses, trees, shrubs, vines, and wildflowers. You can use these native plants in your home garden or landscaping, and it provides many benefits. They will also be easier for you to maintain and require less maintenance. Check out our New York native plants list …
Picking native plants for your garden or landscape is a good choice for the local ecosystem and also will make your gardening easier, since they are already adapted to living in this area. This New Jersey native plants list will help you get started. Native plants are typically considered those that were present at the …