Winter on the prairie is not just a season for rest and recovery – it is a crucial time of year for habitat prosperity. At first glance, you might only see a flat landscape devoid of anything other […]
Dear Prairie, I didn’t understand you at first. I thought love was supposed to look a certain way—trimmed edges, tidy lines, perfectly even green. I believed devotion meant weekly mowing, […]
The days are shorter, the air is crisper, and the threat of snow is ever-looming on the horizon. Native plants are programmed to adapt to the changing of seasons, and […]
In a prairie, woodland, or any other native plant community, hundreds of plant species live together in harmony. When one plant struggles in a drought, its neighbor thrives. When pests […]
You don’t need acres of land to create a positive impact on the environment – all you need is a single garden bed, boulevard strip, or backyard corner to build an impactful […]
In nature, plants don’t grow in isolation – they grow in communities. Each plant plays a part in the community: some stabilize soil, some fix nitrogen, others provide shade or […]
If you’ve ever walked through a wooded area and noticed a dense thicket of glossy, green leaves that hang on a lot longer than other species – you’re noticing the […]
As autumn settles in and winter approaches the horizon, we no longer see the magical glint of orange and black floating above the grasses and flowers. Monarchs are on the move […]
When you think of a beautiful yard, do you picture neatly manicured lawns and colorful garden beds – or a wild sea of grasses and blooms alive with pollinators? Restoration […]
You’re restoring your habitat – but what native plants are the best fit? That’s where Presto comes in. Prairie Restorations is excited to announce Presto: Our Native Plant Selector Tool. […]
You hear a lot about “planting native” – but what does that even mean? What makes a plant “native”? I’m here to break it down for you so you can […]
This is the beginning of a series of blog posts about our wonderful native plant communities in Minnesota – starting with our namesake plant community: prairies! You may have driven […]
It’s year three of watching your new native garden bloom – but wait, where are all the Black-eyed Susans, Partridge Pea, and Yarrow? They stole the show for the first […]
When you think of native habitat restoration you might picture rolling hills filled with colorful flowers and grasses. But have you considered the many benefits trees and shrubs bring to […]
Your site was planned, prepped and planted. The installation is “done”. Now what? How fast will it develop? When will you get flowers? What do you need to do? As […]
Prairie Blue-eyed Grass Small but mighty and, despite its name, not a grass, the premium forb S. campestre is a diminutive member of the Iridaceae (Iris Family). This perennial plant punctuates […]
Burning a residential acreage near Princeton this week With the snow clearing and just before new green shoots emerge, late March/Early April is time for burning. But why burn at […]
Hi, I’m Chris Kohtz, PRI’s Director of Sales. After a cold but surprisingly brief winter, Princeton is finally turning green. Yesterday, I walked across the prairie between the office and […]
Asclepias syriaca, also known as Common Milkweed, is a valuable plant that can be found throughout Minnesota and the United States. This plant is not only beautiful with its clusters […]
What plants work well in urban areas? There are many native plants in Minnesota that are well-suited for urban gardens or container gardening. Of course, when selecting native plants for your […]
Diversity equals success in restorations. We often see customers come into our garden centers in Spring and early Summer looking for seed to help establish their newly prepared restoration site. […]
Why native grasses assist in weed prevention Weeds are a common problem when trying to get your restoration project established. It might seem like you’re fighting a never ending battle […]
Native Plants During Droughts Native plants, due to their long evolutionary history within specific regions, possess a remarkable set of genetic adaptations that enable them to excel in their local […]
The Bee Population Is Dwindling In the complex ecosystem that constitutes our biosphere, bees and other pollinators play an essential and often underappreciated role. These diminutive organisms are the critical […]
Tall Blazing Star Liatris pycnostachya is a perennial plant that stands out in any garden due to its unique growth pattern and striking appearance. It grows in clumps, with each […]
Ah, October in Minnesota! The landscape shifts to a mosaic of vibrant autumnal colors, signaling the approach of winter. If you have a native garden, this is a pivotal time […]