Tag Archives: restoration

Some of the Best Information Available for Prairie Restoration and Management in the Midwest: Why we need a lot of fire, conservative species, hemi-parasites, etc.

Posted on February 16, 2021 by prairiebotanist

This post is simply a share. This presentation by Richard Henderson (retired WDNR and TPE Volunteer Steward) is a must watch. It lays it out perfectly. Why do we need frequent fire? The answers are here. What kinds of species … Continue reading →

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Native and Exotic Plants: Problematic Terminology

Posted on December 7, 2013 by prairiebotanist

I have always taken terms like “native” and “exotic” for granted. Native species may be assigned ecological value, but it is what they reveal about our natural heritage that I have always valued more. As integral parts of my human … Continue reading →

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Rough Thoughts on Restoration and Diversity from the Arid Grass and Sage

Posted on April 27, 2013 by prairiebotanist

We live in a society that replaces craftsmanship and beauty with functionality. We don’t raise animals. We produce them by the tens of thousands inside walls, and then we thaw and heat them according to the instructions on the package. … Continue reading →

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