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Winter Seasonal Tips

Melt ice without salt

There are alternative, eco-safe ice melting materials that are better choices.Read more ...

Leave plants standing

Dormant plants provide shelter for wildlife and add beauty to the winter landscape.

Start seeds

Starting your own seeds is a simple and economical way to get the plants you want at a fraction of the cost of buying plants.

Leave dead plants standing

During the winter many native plants provide birds with food and with protection from harsh weather and predators.

Attack buckthorn

While removing buckthorn can feel overwhelming, it’s worth the effort. Buckthorn smothers our beautiful native habitat, killing everything.

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