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Profiles of professionals advancing more natural landcare series- #2-Northwood Tree Care, Arch Autenreith

Posted on | Member Spotlight, Plant Spotlights

Riiinnng.  “Thanks for connecting with Northwood Tree Care. How can we help?”  “I need you to cut down my oak tree.”  “Thanks for asking about removing your tree, but we are the company to call when you don’t want to remove your trees!” Yes, owner and ISA Board Certified Master Arborist Arch Autenreith and his company focus […] Continue reading "Profiles of professionals advancing more natural landcare series- #2-Northwood Tree Care, Arch Autenreith"

Profiles of professionals advancing more natural landcare series- #1-Shady Grove Landscaping, Kalen McKinney

Posted on | Plant Spotlights

It’s always encouraging to meet people who have recently started businesses which encourage clients to plant natives; what good they can do for people and our environment over many years! Kalen started his business, Shady Grove Landscaping, in 2024. He has already become busy enough to do it full-time in the warmer months, and he […] Continue reading "Profiles of professionals advancing more natural landcare series- #1-Shady Grove Landscaping, Kalen McKinney"

Gardening with Keystone Species in Western Pennsylvania – Goldenrod and Asters

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Guest post by Sarah Flanders Keystone Species are plants that support the most species of insects. These plants are not only beautiful, but they are (or used to be) abundant in Western Pennsylvania, and without them, you cannot restore a functioning ecosystem. They are the logical choice to start a native plant garden. Some insects […] Continue reading "Gardening with Keystone Species in Western Pennsylvania – Goldenrod and Asters"