2011 Super “L” Fall Wildlife Blend
As you know a harsh winter can be hard on your local deer herds and they require additional carbohydrates to store as fat in order to survive. Lorenz's OK Seeds Super "L" Fall wildlife mix combines …
Monthly Archives: August 2011
Sand Sage (Artemisia filifolia)
Sand sage (Artemisia filifolia) is an aromatic, evergreen shrub. It grows to a height between 3 to 4 feet, with a width of around 3 feet. This native perennial can be found throughout the Western Great Plains and Great Basin. In northwest Oklahoma, sand sage is a major species of the Sand Sage Grasslands.…
How to Grow Weeping Lovegrass as an Ornamental Grass
Many gardeners would like to grow ornamental grasses like weeping lovegrass but aren't to sure where to begin or how difficult it may be. Well, you might be amazed at just how effortless it is to grow weeping lovegrass if you stick to these three simple rules.…
Growing Alkali Sacaton as an Ornamental Grass
It’s a well known fact, that the majority of gardeners have dreams, aspirations and targets for his or her gardening efforts. There are always new plants they’d love to grow but more often than not they encounter a dead end … Read the rest
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Wetlands Restoration: How to Identify Hydric Soils in 3 Easy Steps
Wetlands comprise a number of specific components. So let’s have a look at hydric soils and how you go about identifying. This is not as difficult at it may seem and doesn't require a degree in soil sciences.…
Three Reasons You Should Consider Restoring or Enhancing a Wetland
Wetlands restoration and enhancement is only one aspect of a growing public interest and awareness in preserving and renewing natural ecosystems. However, it’s a vital one because we’re still destroying more wetlands than we’re protecting or restoring. The ultimate results will be catastrophic. So let's explore that a bit by examining 3 reasons why you should restore a wetlands.…
Simple Tips For Preserving Wetlands
Our wetlands are disappearing. In fact, over 50% have been lost in the last 200 years. Moreover, what remains is in many cases badly degraded.
As you might imagine such losses cannot be sustained. Remember, wetlands play a pivotal role in the environment and are one the most productive ecosystems in the world next to rain-forests.
This article presents some simple ways you can help to protect wetlands on a daily basis by explaining things you should avoid. . .By steering clear of the 5 errors discussed and considering the alternative suggestions that were offered you will be doing your bit to help preserve our wetlands.…
The Legend of Indian Paintbrush
The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush is the story of a young Indian boy who is smaller than other boys his age and thus unable to pursue things like shooting arrows and riding horses. However, one night he has a vision that promises him a special gift for his people. This is the story of that vision and how it led to the flower we know as the Indian Paintbrush getting its name.…
Rushes: The Classic Wetlands Plant
With some 255 species in the Juncus genus alone rushes are a classic wetlands plant. The following video will give you a solid understanding of the importance of rushes in any…
Wetlands Restoration and Management Slide Show
If you're considering creating or restoring and then managing a wetlands project this short and to the point slide show will be invaluable. In just a couple of minutes you'll discover the exact steps required to ensure your project is successful.
Remember, our wetlands are disappearing at a greater rate than they are being restored so every little bit helps. For this pattern to be reversed we need carefully planned and implemented wetlands restoration projects. …