Wildlife & Relationships

Sometimes the best reason to grow a native plant isn’t the flower. One morning, I was lucky enough to find Sleepy Orange…

Every time I see a Zebra Swallowtail, I’m reminded that this butterfly exists because of one remarkable native tree: the pawpaw. Just…

Every spring, my yard fills with native violets. I love them and encourage their spread! Earlier this week, I noticed two Great…

At first glance, this looks like a goldfinch enjoying a snack from a wild basil plant. But there’s a much bigger story…

At first glance, the Eastern calligrapher fly (Toxomerus geminatus) looks a bit like a tiny bee. But don’t worry, it doesn’t sting,…