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Native plant garden design, installation and maintenance in Wakefield, QC. Ecological property assessments, consultations and educational blog posts.

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Invasive plants disrupt ecosystems and reduce biodiversity. They can only be stopped if we know what they are and how to manage their populations.

This post explores European buckthorn and how to identify and manage small populations. The more we know, the more we can do!

#NISAM2025
Biodiversity Killers - Episode 1: European Buckthorn
Invasive plants are wreaking havoc all over the world; disrupting ecosystems and reducing biodiversity. Let's look into the issues of European buckthorn and some recommended management strategies.
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May 22, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Who needs to go to space when you can just stare into the melting ice of a lake? #getoutside #springinquebec #reconnectwithnature
April 22, 2025 at 12:04 AM
You can literally see the ice melting and creating this silent, foggy scene! #getoutside #springinquebec
April 20, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Anyone else see what I see?
#mythicalmoss #wildthingsinthewoods #getoutside
March 28, 2025 at 11:12 PM
The rocks are waking from their winter slumber!
March 26, 2025 at 10:05 PM
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Do you plan to start a Wildlife Garden (or just a welcoming patch in a corner) this spring? Here are some ideas to get you started.

#Photography #NaturePhotography #NaturalHistory #Conservation #Nature #Rewilding #Gardening #Wildlife #Birds #Gardens
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Wildlife Gardening - Getting ready
PLUS ... spring bird feeding guidelines
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March 23, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Spring is in the air! Consider adding native plants to your landscape this year and join the #homegrownnationalpark community!
#nativeplants #biodiversity #ecologicallandscaping #reconnect
How to Create a Homegrown National Park in your Backyard
What if the key to preserving biodiversity was in our own backyards?
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March 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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With spring in the air, find out what native plants are best for your backyard gerden. www.tapinto.net/towns/sparta...
Sparta Township Environmental Commission Plant This Not That Presentation
Sparta Township Environmental Commission Plant This Not That Presentation
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March 10, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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#ICYMI: Govt announced they'll not issue an Emergency Order for southern resident killer whales, despite acknowledging that the remaining 73 face imminent threats to their survival & recovery—putting them at greater risk of extinction.

These 🐋 cannot wait. Help spread the word—reshare this video.
March 10, 2025 at 4:44 PM
⚠️ Buyer beware! Wildflower doesn’t necessarily mean native flower! Check out our latest blog post to find out what to watch for when you’re buying seeds this spring.
#invasiveplants #nativeplants #biodiversity #ecologicallandscaping
Good intentions, harmful impacts - the dangers of wildflower seed mixes — Reconnect
Wildflower doesn't necessarily mean native flower. Find out what's in your seed packet before unintentionally planting problems.
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March 3, 2025 at 8:59 PM
It’s Invasive Species Awareness Week! Not sure what an invasive species is? This post explains the differences between native, non-native and invasive plants and what to do if you have any invasives in your garden.
#invasivespeciesawareness #nativeplants #ecologicallandscaping #reconnectwithnature
What are invasive plants? — Reconnect
Invasive species are one of the leading threats to the world’s biodiversity. Many can be found in our own yards. How can we identify them and what should we do when we find them?
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February 26, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Check out our latest blog post and get a sneak peek into how others are using our consultations to improve the ecological value of their land!

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Boost your land's ecological value with a personalized consultation — Reconnect
Reconnect provides consultations and ecological property assessments that outline the changes homeowners can make to their landscapes and landscaping practices that will optimize their ecological valu...
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February 11, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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Calling all waterfront property owners in the Cornwall/Akwesasne region of Ontario!

The Natural Edge is now booking site visits in the St. Lawrence River Area of Concern (Cornwall/Akwesasne). Shoreline owners will work with a trained professional to plan and deliver their customized restoration.
February 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
We’re on the map! 🌎
The Homegrown National Park Native Plant Resource Directory that is, joining the many nurseries and service providers across North America that are working together to reconnect ecosystems and create beautiful spaces at the same time! #nativeplants #homegrownnationalpark
February 4, 2025 at 2:09 PM
❄️ When it's -20 C and everything is covered in snow, it seems impossible that so much colourful life will return!
These photos were all taken in early to mid spring - once they start, they never stop! 🌸🌱🐛🐢🍄‍🟫🐝
(Until the next winter, that is!)
#nativeplants #biodiversity #reconnectwithnature
January 31, 2025 at 2:32 PM