Tag: native plants
Ohio Pawpaw Festival and bees
Ohio’s state fruit, the pawpaw, is a tropical-tasting native treasure. From festivals to farms, discover the unique flavor and culture around this rare fruit.
Grazing workshop at Conkle Family Farms discusses rotational grazing
Pete Conkle and Jimmy Giannone discuss rotational grazing, native plants and more at a grazing workshop at Conkle Family Farms on Aug. 20, 2025.
How ancient glaciers influenced our native plants
The glaciations that covered this land for millions of years completely wiped out all but the tiniest cells of vegetation.
Jimmy Giannone talks re-establishing native species at pasture walk
Jimmy Giannone hosted a pasture walk on June 27 at Dangelo Family Farm where he discussed the benefits of native species in farming operations.
Richland SWCD to hold native plant workshop in Mansfield
Richland Soil and Water Conservation District is hosting a free workshop on native plants May 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the Longview Center.
First wildflower of the year prepares to emerge
Tami Gringich introduces us to the fragrant wildflower that will soon be making it's appearance: skunk cabbage.
Buy Ohio native shrubs from Stark County SWCD
Stark Soil and Water Conservation District is now accepting orders for Ohio native shrubs.
How to plant coneflowers
Improve the ecosystem in your backyard and learn how to plant native coneflowers in your garden or landscape this spring.
How to control garlic mustard in a woodlot
Garlic mustard is capable of establishing dense colonies in woodlots, crowding out native plant species. Learn how to manage it on your property.
New native plant species discovered in Ohio in 2021
The number of native plant species in Ohio grew by five in 2021.
