It’s easy to love the fresh greens and spectacular bloom colors that our native plants display in summer. But there’s another sort of beauty on view with natives in winter. Here’s a selection from backyards in Albany during November and December. Photo credits all go to @100milehome on Instagram. Continue reading "Natives in winter"
Hundreds of native plant enthusiasts joined the Capital Region Wild Ones on Nov. 16 at the Thacher Park Visitor Center for the 4th Annual Native Plant Celebration and Seed Swap. Participants walked away with seeds to sow in their home gardens. They also learned about winter sowing, participated in nature-based craft activities and enjoyed goodies […] Continue reading "Native Plant Celebration – 2024 edition"
Join the Garden Tour We will be touring Jennifer’s Garden on Saturday, August 10th, 2024 from 10 am to 2 pm. Members are encouraged to bring a friend and to carpool. See all of our upcoming events and register for the address on our Events Calendar. We have been slowly converting the lawn to native plants […] Continue reading "A Yard in Transition"
Well, it is that time of year again and the annual NYDEC Tree Sale is on! Select verities do sell out quickly so make sure you have your order ready to go on January 3rd. The last day to order is May 12th and they will contact you with pick-up/shipping information. The great news is […] Continue reading "2023 DEC Saratoga Tree Nursery Sale"
Settled on 450+ serene acres of wetlands, forests, and fields with 10+ miles of trails Five Rivers is located at 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar, NY 12054. The environmental education center is not only filled with educational displays but also topped with a mix of solar panels and a living green roof! Please make sure […] Continue reading "Five Rivers Environmental Education Center"