Long distance migratory hummingbirds feed on serviceberry nectar

Curious About … Serviceberry?

Posted on April 26, 2023 by Susan Ballinger

For just a short week in early April, the ravines in the Wenatchee Foothills are bursting with serviceberry blossoms. Continue Reading →

Curious About … Using Native Plants?

Posted on September 18, 2020 by Susan Ballinger

The “Natives ‘N More Garden” contains a mixture of native and non-native plants that may be grown in our north central Washington climate. The plants are labeled with their common and scientific names, with additional designations of which are native and Firewise. Continue Reading →

Close-up of the newly-emerged leaves and flowers on a Douglas Maple.

Curious About … Going Native In Your Yard?

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Susan Ballinger

Using native plants as home landscaping gardens can result in easy-care, beautiful displays that support native pollinators and use little water. Continue Reading →