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Snag Trees

Have you seen a snag lately? You probably have seen many as you walk in the woods. Snags occur naturally when trees die, so essentially,...

Certify Your Garden as a Wildlife Habitat

Want to make a commitment to healthy gardening practices for people, wildlife, and the environment? You can do so by having your garden...

Rain Gardens

Rain Gardens Homeowners should consider creating “rain gardens” because they can significantly reduce water issues. When rain pours...

Pollinator Garden in Glen Echo

A new pollinator garden has been implemented in the right-of-way by the Glen Echo Town Hall parking lot area above the retaining wall. It...

Garden Pathways

Garden pathways should be designed to be more than a utilitarian element in your garden. Pathways provide walking surfaces through your...

Insect Hotels – Habitat and Garden Art Combined

Insects abound in healthy gardens. They are necessary to keep ecosystems working as they pollinate plants, provide food for birds and...

Creating A Habitat Garden

A well designed garden provides pleasure for humans and, if done with sensitivity, can simultaneously become a sanctuary for birds. Often...