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John Clese
Nov 29, 20243 min read
How to Design a Garden? Ep 2: How to Plant on the Home's Hell Strip 🌿
Our latest YouTube video dives into the step-by-step process of designing a native plant garden on a Hell Strip.
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John Clese
Oct 28, 20242 min read
What is the Best Ground Cover Plant for Your Garden!
If you've been searching for a ground cover that’s both native and garden-friendly, Michigan Bearberry might be your perfect match.
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John Clese
Oct 18, 20243 min read
What Plants to Grow In Your Garden | Woodland Sunflower | Native Plant Spotlight 🌻
In this blog, we’ll explore why the Woodland Sunflower is a fantastic choice for your native plant garden and how you can incorporate it int
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![You Won’t Believe How This Meadow Looks After Two Years!](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PNeqTowkIT8/maxresdefault.jpg)
John Clese
Aug 26, 20243 min read
You Won’t Believe How This Meadow Looks After Two Years!
The meadow at Gaslight Lane started its journey about two to three years ago when we first planted native plugs. This summer marks the secon
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![This Simple Trick for a Low Maintenance Garden!](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TxgAk3ykHoM/maxresdefault.jpg)
John Clese
Aug 18, 20243 min read
This Simple Trick for a Low Maintenance Garden!
We’ll walk you through the process of transforming a challenging yard into a lush, easy-to-manage space.
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John Clese
Jul 26, 20242 min read
The Secret to a Low-Maintenance Garden: Transform Shady Areas with Big Leaf Aster!
In this blog, we highlight the Big Leaf Aster (Aster Macrophyllus), a remarkable plant perfect for shady areas. If you are looking to create
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John Clese
Jul 19, 20242 min read
What Does a Native Garden Look Like After 3 Years?
At Lake Effect Garden & Design, we take immense pride in showcasing the beauty and resilience of native plants. Today, we're excited to shar
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John Clese
Jun 7, 20242 min read
Native Plant Spotlight: Northern Sea Oats Grass (Chasmanthium Latifolium) Easy to Grow Native Grass for Your Home
This beautiful and versatile plant has been thriving in our garden, and we’re thrilled to show you its progress two years after planting.
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John Clese
Apr 4, 20242 min read
🍂 Munchkin Oakleaf Hydrangea: All Seasons Beauty (Not Your Average Hydrangea!)
If you're a fan of hydrangeas, you're probably familiar with those big, round blooms in vibrant pinks and blues. But did you know there's a
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John Clese
Mar 31, 20242 min read
Brighten Your Shade Garden with Yellow Coneflowers! 🌻 (Easy Care, Native Plant)
Are you longing to add vibrant color to the shadier parts of your garden?
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Dhevin Gupta
Mar 15, 20241 min read
Native Plant Spotlight: Bold & Beautiful Rosinweed
Are you searching for a striking plant to revitalize your late-summer garden?
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John Clese
Mar 8, 20242 min read
Why Blue Wild Indigo is the Best Native Plant All Year Round!
In this blog post, we'll dive into the unique qualities of the Blue Wild Indigo and why it deserves a spot in your garden.
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John Clese
Feb 23, 20241 min read
The Best Native Plants Bloomed
We've put together a stunning short video showcasing the very best of what Michigan's native flora has to offer.
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John Clese
Feb 9, 20242 min read
Learn How to Plant a Native Gardens in a Smaller Home
This project showcases the incredible potential of native plants in enhancing small spaces and homes.
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John Clese
Feb 2, 20242 min read
How to Preserve Your Land with Native Plants
We delve into using native plants for land preservation, spotlighting species such as Blue Vervain, Bottlebrush Sedge, and Gray's Sedge.
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John Clese
Jan 12, 20241 min read
Creating a Native Garden Oasis: The Transformation Journey Begins
Join us on an extraordinary journey as we transform a property into a stunning native garden oasis.
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John Clese
Jan 4, 20241 min read
Top 8 Blooming Native Plants You Need in Your Garden!
We delve into the vibrant world of popular native blooms, showcasing plants like the striking Purple Coneflower.
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John Clese
Dec 1, 20232 min read
Native Plant Guide 2024: Ideas for Plants to Choose and How to Design & Plant Your Garden
Read our comprehensive guide for 2024 that unlocks the secrets to choosing and planting the perfect native species for your garden.
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John Clese
Nov 24, 20231 min read
The Beauty Behind Native Plants | Happy Thanksgiving and Holidays from Lake Effect Garden & Design
Have you ever paused to truly appreciate the stunning beauty of nature that surrounds us every day?
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John Clese
Nov 17, 20232 min read
How to Put Your Native Garden to Bed | Preparing Your Garden for the Winter
n this comprehensive guide, we incorporate insights from our informative video, offering expert advice on preparing your garden for winter.
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