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The Iconic Buttonbush
Submitted by Mary Marks, Wild Ones Appalachian Foothills Member and OSU Master Gardener Volunteer Mid-summer is the time when Buttonbush begins to blossom in Ohio, something I eagerly anticipate. Even from a distance of more than six feet, I can hear the buzzing of bees and other pollinators covering the blossoms. Skippers, monarchs and most […] Continue reading "The Iconic Buttonbush"
Lighting Up Your Landscape
By Mary Marks, OSU Master Gardener Volunteer and Appalachian Foothills member One of the joys of summer is the emergence of fireflies or lightning bugs. As night falls, watching the blinking, flashing, glowing insects may bring back memories of catching fireflies in jars during our childhood. However, like many insects the number of fireflies seems […] Continue reading "Lighting Up Your Landscape"
On the Road with the Appalachian Foothills Leadership Team
During June, the Leadership Team and members of the Wild Ones Appalachian Foothills Seedling Chapter completed two field trips. Washington Works Nature Trails On June 7 the group met with Dave Johnson, a dedicated volunteer and Chemours retiree, at the Washington Works Nature Trails for a guided tour. Dave reviewed the history of this reclamation […] Continue reading "On the Road with the Appalachian Foothills Leadership Team"
Blooming Soon: The Eastern Prickly Pear Cactus
By Mary Marks, OSU Master Gardener Volunteer and Appalachian Foothills member A spring trip to Arizona once coincided with a spectacular desert spring bloom of wildflowers following a rainy winter. Seeing a landscape of cacti – saguaro, barrel, staghorn cholla, and prickly pear – covered in blossoms was a magnificent and hard to describe sight. […] Continue reading "Blooming Soon: The Eastern Prickly Pear Cactus"
Wild Ones Matinee: “What’s the Rush?”
Join us at the Washington County Public Library – Belpre Branch on March 23 at 3-4:30 p.m. for a short film , followed by an activity that helps prevent mosquitoes 🦟! Please RSVP to: [email protected] Continue reading "Wild Ones Matinee: “What’s the Rush?”"
Native Plant Propagation Course
Here is a great opportunity for budding native gardeners to learn and walk away with your own tray of plants! Space is limited to 20 for each session (morning and afternoon)! Snag your spot now! See flyer for sign up details. Continue reading "Native Plant Propagation Course"
Going Native!
RESCHEDULED – NEW DATE APRIL 4 A program by OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Washington County. Limited Seating. Call 740-376-7431 for more information. Please see flyer below Continue reading "Going Native!"