Ulrich Lorimer

This time of year fills me with such joy and anticipation. Seeing old friends emerge from the ground is almost as rewarding as knowing more are on their way. I am struck by how plants seem to grow inches overnight, especially after rain and the brief exposure to warmer weather earlier in the week. The […]

I simply refuse to let the recent dour weather dampen my enthusiasm for the onset of spring. Bulbs are up and beginning to bloom, my lawn finally looks greener, and the red maples and willows are flowering, providing subtle hues to the forests and wetlands. Let’s not forget we are still coming out of a […]

Plus, steps you can take to revive rhododendrons (hint: it involves water).

Here a few things to consider as you get ready for spring gardening, including bed preparation, mulching, and more.

Dealing with beech leaf disease. Plus, what to do on your property this week. Send comments and questions to ulorimer@nativeplanttrust.org.