Tag: Wildscape Project

Chilly Workday

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by Catherine Johnson

It was chilly and misting on this month’s Wildscape workday. If you were wearing the right clothing, the weather was refreshing. 

Amazing workers showed up and accomplished all chores for this month. Neil cleared Rock Rose from around the frog pond, Carolyn removed the Cypress vines from the arch where most want the Malabar Spinach to be again. Kim and Patricia pruned bushes and hauled away debris as Debra was again an expert pruner of the Gulf Muhly and other grasses. New student, Terri tackled plants including Sage and Passion vines. We all cut down the Turk’s cap. 

The mighty workers.

Most plants, bushes and trees are leafing out just in time for the next freeze. 

Wildscape Has a New Bench

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by Catherine Johnson

We were able to make a quick trip to the Wildscape during a warm day. Gary Johnson, friend of the Wildscape, delivered the new bench which he made from a free queen headboard and old wood. He also attached a panel to the “portal” which will be covered in coral honeysuckle. 

The new bench
Kitty loves the wildscape
The portal

The next workday will prepare the garden for Spring and new native plants. Still green were Evergreen Sumac, Southern Wax Myrtle, Skeleton Leaf Goldeneye, and Nolina. 

Visit the garden and search for Winter creatures.

A Sunny Day for Wildscape Work

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by Catherine Johnson

We were surprised by the sunny and pleasant weather as we cleaned some bird, bee, and butterfly water features at the ECRMN Wildscape.

Fire ants were eliminated and delicate plants protected from the upcoming hard freeze. Next chores will include cleaning the frog pond and cutting back grasses. 

Clean water feature
Looking good!
Protected plants

Wildscape Fun

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by Catherine Johnson

We recently enjoyed a cool day at Milam Wildscape Project.

Carpenter bee

Many native plants are blooming and huge numbers of pollinators cover them, especially Monarch butterflies (the photos are of Queen butterflies).

We had fun seeing the farm animals as we walked to the peaceful Bird Sanctuary to view new benches.

 Come visit the Wildscape to see fall color and winged visitors.

Majestic rooster
Cindy and Patsy enjoy the birds
Carolina Wren enjoys seeds
White-tipped Black moth
Long-tailed Skipper butterfly

Work at the Wildscape and Wild Wings Bird Sanctuary

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by Catherine Johnson

We took another bench to Wild Wings Sanctuary that we secured for $5 from Facebook Marketplace. Note for the future: be prepared to pick up the free or nearly free items the day they are listed. 

New bench and birdbath.

While at the sanctuary, we saw bees, hummingbirds, and chickadees.  Cindy found a new water fountain, as well, and more drip lines have been installed.   

Then we worked in the Wildscape to keep improving pathways and seating areas. We are also planning where more native trees will go.  The weather is great now. 

Small native trees pictured are Texas Kidneywood, Southern Wax Myrtle, and Button bush. The cat is sleeping in Buffalo Grass. Soon to be added are Texas Redbuds and Possumhaws.