ljmarksonSep 11, 20233 min readLandscaping for NatureA Day Focused on Restoring Biodiversity in our Own GreenspacesAt the recent Georgia Audubon’s cleverly named Georgia Grows Native for Birds Round Robin: Transforming Your Greenspace, they partnered...
ljmarksonApr 4, 20235 min readSpring 2023 - Atlanta Native Plant Nurseries & Plant SalesIt’s the time of year for native plant fans to visit local native plant nurseries, pop-up seasonal sales, and plant swaps. I’ve written...
ljmarksonJun 28, 20224 min readLandscaping for NatureBuilding a More Vibrant Intown Atlanta Native Plant CommunityOn a hot June Sunday afternoon a varied group of around 50 or so people interested in native plants came together for a panel discussion...
ljmarksonMar 16, 20226 min readNative Plant SalesAtlanta Area Spring 2022 Native Plant Sales and NurseriesSpring native plant buying season is here! It’s exciting to see most of the native plant sales and nurseries are once again in person...
ljmarksonMar 6, 20225 min readLocal Conservation and EducationJust Say No to Spring Backyard Habitat DestructionThere were no happy birds in my yard on a warm spring day last week. On Friday I watched them flitting around my neighbor’s yard...
ljmarksonSep 15, 20217 min readNative Plant SalesAtlanta Area Fall 2021 Native Plant Sales and NurseriesEven though September is Georgia Grows Native for Birds month, I try not to plant until October. Fall plant sales have me itching to add...