If you’re looking to keep birds visiting and support wildlife without feeding, adding native plants to your landscape is one of the best ways to help. But if you’re also looking for plants that maintain winter interest, there’s a few species that will bring colour and texture while continuing to support wildlife! Always check to see if plants are appropriate for your hardiness zone and are native to your region before purchasing or planting. The Fur-Bearers uses scientific (binomial) names of plants to ensure accuracy, as common names can be misleading or conflated between species. Pinus strobus – Eastern White Pine. The tallest conifer in eastern Canada (up to 200…
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I’m not sure if Goldenrod brings as much happiness in winter to others as it does for me. The tall, herbaceous perennial stands above other shrubs and even dwarf trees; its large winterized seedhead looks almost like fluffy snowflakes piled together in a panicle; it dances in the wind and adds motion to dull urban and suburban vistas. Goldenrod majestic in winter – and this important pollinator plant deserves some love in gardens.
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Progress Muscle Relaxation (PMR) is an amazing exercise anyone can do. The gist is to mindfully contract and release individual muscles or muscle groups to help you release stress and reduce tension. The experts (click here) do a better job of explaining it. Suffice to say, I am a fan of PMR and often use it while sitting in my desk chair or while laying in bed if I’m having trouble sleeping. YouTube is a great repository for PMR videos, and this one is a perfect primer. Do you have a nature based PMR video to share? Let me know in my socials or in the comments below!
