Enjoy this collection of articles from previous Native newsletters, including many articles from native expert Trish Beckjord.
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Midwest Natural Garden’s dedication to preserving the integrity of local plant species begins with the seed.
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The Midwest Natural Garden celebrates its 70th year in 2023, continuing a legacy of education and inspiration on native plants.
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Rooted Wisdom: Growing Native Plants with Enrique Rodriguez Enrique Rodriguez is the Production Foreman at Midwest Natural Garden. He has been with the Midwest Companies since 1999. This article was compiled from insights and production practices shared by Enrique. Last…
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The lilies have burst into a breathtaking display of beauty! Behold the extraordinary Lilium michiganense, also known as the Michigan Lily, which defies the ordinary conventions of its lily counterparts.
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June 19-25, 2023 is Pollinator Week! In celebration of Pollinator Week, we took a walk around the Midwest Natural Garden with Enrique to get an up-close look at the four different Asclepias in our Natural Garden Natives® stock beds.
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An essential element of protecting and supporting native plants is understanding the impact invasive species can have on a local ecosystem.
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One of the most exciting signs of spring is the transition from a season of dormancy to new growth.
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Sowing seeds at the Midwest Natural Garden is a process that has been refined through years of experience, reporting, and observation.
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The Kane County Farm Bureau recently expanded its pollinator rain garden located on their grounds along Randall Road in St. Charles.
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By Carol Becker The native plants in my garden tell me when summer is beginning to turn toward autumn. Culver’s Root (Veronicastrum virginicum) is already blooming in the shady rain garden despite lack of rain. Royal Catchfly (Silene regia) grows…
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