by Driftless Prairies | May 17, 2026 | Plants
The Story of Common Milkweed Author: Mary Nelson Ralph Waldo Emerson once wrote, “What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered.” Say hello to common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca), a plant that, through the years, has been branded as a noxious...
by Driftless Prairies | May 17, 2020 | Plants
I haven’t thought about poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) in a very long time. When a friend sent two photos of it for ID confirmation last week, it became a highlight of my week. As we discussed this plant, the initial response was to get rid of it. Yet it’s native...
by Driftless Prairies | Aug 12, 2015 | Plants
Sedges often remain a mystery for many of us. Sedges are mainly found in moist soil in full sun although there are also many species that enjoy woodlands and dry bluffs. You’ll find them in flower mostly during the months of April, May, and June. Sedges are...
