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A Spicebush Swallowtail caterpillar on its host plant, the Spicebush

A Spicebush Swallowtail caterpillar on its host plant, the Spicebush

What Is a Host Plant? Why Butterflies Need More Than Pretty Flowers

Jun 113 min read

Native plants aren’t just beautiful. They’re part of the local food web

Native plants aren’t just beautiful. They’re part of the local food web

Plant This, Not That: Ohio Native Pollinator Plants

May 273 min read

A Black Swallowtail butterfly in a backyard garden

A Black Swallowtail butterfly in a backyard garden

Raising Butterflies in Ohio - from Egg to Release

May 144 min read

a pollen laden bee on a button bush flower

a pollen laden bee on a button bush flower

Celebrating the Essential Role of Pollinators During National Pollinator Week

Jun 19, 20253 min read

Why Gardening is the Best New Year's Resolution and a Great Hobby!

Why Gardening is the Best New Year's Resolution and a Great Hobby!

Why Gardening is the Best New Year's Resolution and a Great Hobby!

Jan 9, 20253 min read

Beyond Basic Landscaping

Beyond Basic Landscaping

Beyond Basic Landscaping

Apr 8, 20242 min read

How to Attract Birds to your Yard

How to Attract Birds to your Yard

How to Attract Birds to your Yard

Mar 10, 20242 min read

Ohio Native Plant Month!

Ohio Native Plant Month!

Ohio Native Plant Month!

Jul 19, 20211 min read

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