Virginia was one of the first original thirteen colonies and this southeastern coastal state is still full of history. The other significant thing about this state is the wonderfully diverse plant life. Geographically, it’s a place where the north meets the south and it also has miles of coastal lands as well as mountains to …
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Vermont is known for its natural landscape, still full of many untouched forests. This northeastern state of the United States has many native plants for you to appreciate. If you’re looking to build a garden or improve your landscape, it pays to go with native plants. The state has over 1,585 native plant species to …
Have you ever seen one of those houses covered up in greenery? Many of them are covered in English Ivy (Hedera helix) and they are beautiful! But ivy can easily damage the outside of the house. It attaches itself to the mortar between bricks, to stucco, wood, and even vinyl siding, and will not only …
They say everything’s bigger in Texas and we have a huge list of awesome native plants for you to consider. Some important things to know about Texas is that this large state has many different zones within it, and this means different climates and soil conditions and even different average temperatures. It’s important to do …
Tennessee is a southern state in the United States, known for many things like its mountains, the city at the heart of the country music scene, Nashville, and for being the home of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Elvis Presley’s Graceland, just to name a few. It’s also a state with many beautiful …
South Dakota is a large, midwestern state with the granite hills of Mt. Rushmore to the Black Hills National Forest, and many stretching prairies. It’s a state with a lot of land, a lot of history, and a lot to offer from native plants as well. The flowering plants on this South Dakota native plants …
It sometimes seems like all of the most beautiful plants require full sun, especially if all you have is shade. Before you despair over your tree-filled yard, though, take a moment to admire that leafy canopy, the textured trunks supporting it, and most importantly, the blank canvas of soil beneath it all. Envision a lovely …
South Carolina is known for its beautiful shoreline, the many subtropical beaches, and also the marsh-like sea islands. There’s the historic coastal town of Charleston, and as you come more inland, there’s also a lot of history and culture throughout the towns and cities, big and small. The Palmetto state is also known for its …
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, …
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 …