Treat yourself to this ten minute video about a Michigan arborist who had a near death experience and now devotes his time to saving old growth, west coast redwood trees by cloning them and replanting them further north in protected areas. Between logging practices, widespread development, disease, and the impact of climate change, our trees need help! Plan to attend Going Green Matters on March 8th to learn how you can get involved in saving trees, too.
Invasive Lesser Celandine
This attractive plant with a buttercup-like flower is actually an invasive ground cover called Lesser Celandine that is taking over and choking out everything in its way! It is spreading aggressively in gardens, yards and even forest preserves. As pretty as it is, it should be dug out carefully now as it has many small tubers. (We do not recommend chemical control in most cases.) Do not put it in yard waste bags – this invasive plant should be sent straight to a landfill. It should not be confused with Marsh Marigold or Celandine Poppy, two lovey non-invasive Midwest native alternatives.
