The Dark-eyed Junco
For the past several months, this Dark-eyed Junco has been visiting our field, probably since the native plants we planted as seedlings...
Ladybugs proliferating in the field
There are so many ladybugs in the garden and field! And they seem to be thriving, as they pollinate all of our plants as they travel...
The decline of insect populations
Illustration by Catherine Tai Why? And why is this so critical? What is happening with the ecosystem? Read about what is happening to our...
Happy Earth Day!
Today was business as usual in the back field. So much work to do, making room for more native plants. And since the temperatures are...
The bees are back
Currently, as we don't have rainy days, as I work in the back field, I'm seeing the return of bees and butterflies. It's always such a...
Remember, it starts in your yard
Find your native plant society here https://ahsgardening.org/gardening-resources/societies-clubs-organizations/native-plant-societies/ In...
Plant native for native bees
Yes, plant it and they will come! Find your native plant society here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/managing-land/wildflowers/links
Lovely blooms in the rain
Yes, it's raining again, and the raindrops are decorating the blossoming plants around the garden. I planted a native Baby Blue Eyes...
Great book about Slow Birding
I just finished reading this fascinating book by Joan E. Strassmann. There is always so much more to learn about birds we see every day...
Join us at the Bee Bash
If you are in the Bay Area this Saturday, April 1st, you have a great opportunity to hear bee expert speakers, including the Xerxes...
