But it needs lots of TLC! Built, we believe, in the 1700’s (we found the logs in the walls from when it was a log cabin!) the house has gone through lots of changes and families. It was bought in the 1950’s by Pastor Althouse and his wife who were the last residents. It’s been vacant the last 20 years and just a few short years ago his grandchildren, wanting to preserve the home of so many pleasant memories, donated…
So it’s early on a dreary January, Saturday morning, the weather is predicted to be in the low 20’s with snow AND you’re a teenager, who’s just had a full week of school. What do you do? Get up to the Arboretum and unload Christmas Trees of course! At least that is what a very special group of local teens does each year. From 9 am to 4 pm our dedicated group of student volunteers unloaded cars, trucks and trailers….
Lonicera sempervirens Common Name: Trumpet Honeysuckle This was the plant that I was most excited to purchase this past spring. Lonicera sempervirens is a Pennsylvania native vine that is tame enough for use in a home landscape. I planted my 12” young vine after relocating a struggling Clematis that had never fulfilled my vision for the trellis next to the patio. Trumpet Honeysuckle will grow to approximately 15 feet and can be trimmed back as necessary. Attracts hummingbirds! Although my…
Solidago rugosa ‘Fireworks’ Common Name: Goldenrod This native plant makes a fantastic privacy screen! On our property, this variety of Goldenrod is planted along the fence in average/dry soil and is close to the height of the 5 ½ foot fence. Goldenrod is low maintenance and provides a burst of yellow color in the fall. Your neighbors will be asking you about this plant! Detailed information on Solidago rugosa ‘Fireworks’ from Missouri Botanical Garden: Paula Ziegler is a local…
We have Monarch Caterpillars on our milkweed! This is the generation that will fly to Mexico for the winter. More information about the life cycle of the Monarchs can be found at Monarch Watch Paula Ziegler is a local resident who has a concern for the fate of bees, butterflies and all wildlife which inspires her to find solutions to creating wildlife habitat gardens that fit into the look of the neighborhood. Her hope is that you enjoy her blogs…