Tag: native plants

#122: Leave the Leaves: Hidden Layers of Benefit with David Mizejewski

November 11, 2025

One simple act of omission – “leave the leaves,” – has many layers of benefits for the environment. David Mizejewski reveals how leaves bolster soil health and provide critical wildlife habitat. This eco-friendly practice combats landfill waste and promotes biodiversity, inviting homeowners to honor nature by embracing natural aesthetics. … More #122: Leave the Leaves: Hidden Layers of Benefit with David Mizejewski

#115: Pollinator Friendly Yards with Leslie Inman

May 27, 2025

Join us for a special ‘back to our roots’ episode on Nature’s Archive podcast. In this inspiring interview, we reconnect with the essence of our mission—to understand and share the stories of individuals making a positive impact on the environment. Our guest, Leslie Inman, founder of the renowned Pollinator Friendly Yards Facebook group, shares her journey from curiosity to leading a movement for sustainable landscaping. Discover valuable insights on engaging skeptics, making eco-friendly choices easy, and more. Leslie’s story is a testament to the power of curiosity and the potential for impactful change in our communities. … More #115: Pollinator Friendly Yards with Leslie Inman

#114: Mistletoes Are Keystone Species – Dr. David Watson

May 5, 2025

Mistletoes are the misunderstood heroes of the plant world, often seen as mere parasites yet crucial to ecosystem health. They support a vibrant community of birds and wildlife, recycle nutrients, and cool their host trees. Their evolutionary history intertwines with birds, signifying a complex, symbiotic relationship that challenges conventional perceptions of parasitism. … More #114: Mistletoes Are Keystone Species – Dr. David Watson

#79: Pollinator Friendly Yards with Leslie Inman

September 11, 2023

Join us for a special ‘back to our roots’ episode on Nature’s Archive podcast. In this inspiring interview, we reconnect with the essence of our mission—to understand and share the stories of individuals making a positive impact on the environment. Our guest, Leslie Inman, founder of the renowned Pollinator Friendly Yards Facebook group, shares her journey from curiosity to leading a movement for sustainable landscaping. Discover valuable insights on engaging skeptics, making eco-friendly choices easy, and more. Leslie’s story is a testament to the power of curiosity and the potential for impactful change in our communities. … More #79: Pollinator Friendly Yards with Leslie Inman

#30: Dr. Jaret Daniels – Butterflies, Creating Habitat in Overlooked Landscapes, and Leveraging Creative Outreach

September 21, 2021

Summary My guest today is Dr. Jaret Daniels. Dr. Daniels is a professor specializing in lepidoptera research and insect conservation at the University of Florida, and is curator of Lepidoptera at the Florida Museum of Natural History. In addition to that, Dr. Daniels is the author of over a dozen books that help connect the … More #30: Dr. Jaret Daniels – Butterflies, Creating Habitat in Overlooked Landscapes, and Leveraging Creative Outreach