The idea behind naturescaping, or gardening for wildlife, is to plant native plants that animals rely on for food and hiding places as well as to add man-made homes and sources of water... 

Propagating Natives Summer is the time to enjoy mature native plants. Most are at their peak and it is the ideal time to start window shopping for plants that you want in your yard.... 

More than 18 native plants are currently harvested in B.C. for personal use or commercial sale. Most grow at forest edges or in sunny openings. Here is a selection that you can grow... 

There are many resources available to help get you started in planting your native garden. Upcoming Native Plant Sales You can get some good deals and species not commonly available... 

Before you plan your yard, you need to assess existing growing conditions. These conditions determine which native plants will do best there. Each section of your yard, called a microhabitat,... 

At the end of our long hot summer, my neighbor asked me why my front garden looked so green while his had wilted and died more than a month ago. My answer? "I have a native...