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Mute swans are an invasive non-native species that pose a growing threat to native animals, habitat and people. Their numbers are well above an acceptable range, requiring the DNR to increase management efforts. The DNR needs your help to decrease this invasive population.

Bamboo garden stakes are the most economical & sustainable, but can be somewhat unattractive. Why not turn these ordinary bamboo stakes into functional pieces of art with a few simple materials?!!

Pollinators are animals which transport pollen from one plant to another aiding in the plant's reproduction - creating seeds & fruits. Common pollinators include insects (especially bees), butterflies, moths, birds, bats and small mammals.

With little care, native plants can add a rainbow of color to the garden all season long. With occasional deadheading & cutting back, the following native perennials all have bloomed for over 15 weeks.

Fall blooming plants in the native garden.

August blooming plants in the native garden.