Ironweed's Beauty and Ecological Value in Your Garden: Mt. Cuba's Vernonia Trial
Summary Each fall, the beautiful, rich, purple blooms of ironweeds (Vernonia spp.) grace fields and open areas throughout much of the eastern U.S. They are an ecological powerhouse for pollinators and...
15 Maj 202557min
Eastern Carpenter Bees: How to Peacefully Co-exist and Why They Are Important
Summary While carpenter bees get a bad rap, they are also important pollinators and play a vital role in the ecosystem. Their bad reputation can also sometimes be overblown. So, let's talk a little bi...
1 Maj 202515min
Doug Tallamy's Habitat Restoration Story and How You Can Help Save Nature
Summary Dr. Doug Tallamy shares the story of how he and his wife transformed their newly built home located on a former hayfield into a thriving forest ecosystem. We talk about how they got started, t...
17 Apr 202549min
Darkness Matters: Light Pollution's Threats and Simple Ways to Help
Summary Darkness is a vital, and often overlooked, component of our ecosystems. Unfortunately, we're losing it to light pollution. Decreasing the light pollution around your home will not only benefit...
3 Apr 202510min
BirdCast: Revealing the Mysteries of Bird Migration
Summary Twice a year billions of birds migrate across the U.S. We've only recently discovered just how large that number really is. Being able to quantify that number is thanks to a large degree to a ...
20 Mars 20251h 14min
How to Do Spring Garden Cleanup for Pollinators and Wildlife
Summary As gardeners, it's common to get the gardening itch in late winter and early spring. The temptation to finish cleaning up our gardens during this time is a natural temptation. However, when do...
6 Mars 202510min
Exploring the Fascinating World of Ground Nesting Bees
Summary Ground nesting bees represent a significant portion of our native bee population, yet they often go unnoticed due to their solitary nature and unique nesting habits. In this episode, we dive i...
20 Feb 202546min
How to Attract More Birds to Your Yard
Summary When someone decides they want to attract birds to their yard, often the first thing they do is put up a birdfeeder (or two). It's what we did when I was a kid, and it's what countless other p...
6 Feb 20258min
