
Tag: plant conservation


Fall Planting for Summer Success
Did you know that when you plant in the desert southwest, the timing can greatly impact the survival rate of your plants? Fall is the perfect season for planting, boasting a remarkable 95% survival rate, whereas summer planting only offers a mere 40% survival rate....
The Golden Barrel Cactus | So Common, Yet Endangered
Golden Barrel Cactus The golden barrel cactus is a mainstay of desert landscapes and is one of the most popular cactus species in the world. Although easily grown in nurseries to meet this demand, the golden barrel is still facing an uphill battle for survival in the...
June Ecoflora Challenge | The Night Shift
Header Photo: John Hoffman Many people are familiar with honeybees, birds and other species that are daytime pollinators, but which ones are busy working at night? Nocturnal pollinators are understudied, especially when compared to diurnal ones. These night workers...