Ever feel like your garden is missing something? Maybe you’ve noticed the same flowers in every yard and want to try ...

Indiangrass ( Sorghastrum nutans) is a prairie grass native to southeastern North America. "It provides cover year-round for ...

This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract The purple coneflower referred to as Echinacea (Brauneria) pallida in the numerous ecological publications of John E. Weaver on the Central ...

Du Quoin State Fair leaders earned national recognition for its work in developing the state fair nature area.

The Du Quoin State Fair has earned national recognition from the International Association of Fairs & Expositions (IAFE), ...

These perennials, trees, and shrubs provide vital food and shelter for backyard birds through the winter months.

Cottage gardens are budget conscious and perfect for small areas, and there is plenty of room for creativity and ...

Experts reveal the best native plants to feed birds in winter, including shrubs and perennials that can provide valuable food ...

Choosing a birth month wildflower feels especially meaningful because these plants are naturally in bloom when we mark our ...

Characterized by abundant, mixed plantings that burst with color and texture, this style of garden has an informal, romantic ...

For the first time in more than 200 years, the thunder of bison hooves can once again be heard on a Kane County forest ...

There are lots of great ways to keep your garden healthy over the winter. Try these companion planting techniques to help ...