If you’ve spent any time outside recently, you may have noticed a particularly aggressive mosquito buzzing around during the daytime, not just at dusk. If so, you may have met the Asian tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus), an invasive species that’s become a growing concern for homeowners across Connecticut. We know you might be concerned, and […]
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Native gardens are definitely having a moment. There’s a good reason for their popularity: They help create a landscape that’s not only beautiful but also sustainable, low-maintenance, and well-suited to life in the Nutmeg State. One of the easiest ways to join this worthy trend is by planting non-invasive flowers and shrubs — plants that
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The recent wildfires in California were horrific and devastating to homeowners and the economy. Many of the factors leading to this tragedy were beyond prevention: Climate change likely led to an unusually dry season, and a unique combination of wind events made the fires nearly impossible to control. These winds not only facilitated the fire’s
Invasive Plants in Connecticut: Why do they matter and what can we do about them? Read More »
