Written by: Engineering Conservation Crew
Over 100 species of Anaphalis (everlastings) are recognized in India, south Asia, and Europe, but only one (A. margaritacea) occurs naturally in North America. Our N.A. species is commonly called pearly everlasting for the pearl-white bracts that
Written By: Engineering Conservation Crews
Blue sage is a member of the Mint family (Lamiaceae) making its leaves aromatic. “Salvia” is a name that means “healer,” referring to this ancient name for a sage with medicinal properties. The name “sage” refers to this plant being
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The prettiest corndog you will ever find in a native planting is also considered to be the ultimate monarch butterfly magnet! A summer of native plants wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the meadow blazing star (Liatris ligulistylis).
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Our plant of the week is the distinguished swamp milkweed! This species stands out from the rest of its family by its pink flowers and long narrow leaves. You are also more likely to find this moisture-loving plant in open areas near water
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For this special species, you may think, this is a native Wisconsin flower? The answer is yes! Swamp rose mallow has a deep purple and reddish spiral like center with 5 ovular holes around the outside of it. The stamens sprout out form the center
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There are few native red flowering plants in Wisconsin. One of these is the stunning cardinal flower which occupies the new South Point facility biobasin planted by the Engineering Department this spring. The tubular shape of the flower is
The Engineering Division is learning about honey bees! Did you know, the Engineering Division has honeybee hives on the city’s west side? After a lot of time and education, the division found the perfect spot to locate their honey bee hives. Although there are bees all around us, the
