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Native Plant Alternatives to Invasive Common Buckthorn

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Common buckthorn is an invasive plant species that can cause severe damage to the north-eastern eco system. How do you identify it? You will usually find it growing aggressively in the shade of deciduous tree canopies, and it can reach heights of around 35 feet. Common buckthorn also tends to lose its leaves much later in the fall than many other native species. 

Luckily, there is a host of options to choose from when it comes to planting native alternatives in place of this invader. Here are a few that are worth considering:

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6 Ideas For Autumn Color in your Garden

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Autumn is a time of change—the kids are heading back to school, the weather starts cooling down and fall foliage puts on a colorful show that even the staunchest devotees of summer can enjoy. Brightening your yard with fiery fall foliage isn’t all that complicated—there are plenty of trees, shrubs and flowers that produce brilliant hues and do well over a range of climates and seasons. These six ideas for autumn color will make your yard pop.

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Fall Yard Cleanup and Landscaping Necessities

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When summer ends and the days begin to get shorter, we start spending less time in our yards and more time indoors. However, there is plenty to do outside in the fall to ensure that when spring returns, you will have a healthy lawn and beautiful flowers. To accomplish this, the best thing to do is to follow these fall yard cleanup and landscaping necessities. Read More…