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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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John Clese
Aug 20, 20243 min read
Why Wild Quinine Is the Best Native Plant for Your Garden | Lake Effect Garden & Design
If you’ve been looking for a resilient and attractive alternative to yarrow, Wild Quinine might be just what your garden needs. In this blog
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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
Jun 28, 20242 min read
Transforming Pebble Lane: A Formal Garden Oasis with Native Plants
Welcome back to Lake Effect Garden & Design! We’re excited to share our latest video where we continue our series at the beautiful Pebble La
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John Clese
May 24, 20242 min read
How Do Native Plants Look After One Year of Growth?
One year later, we're excited to show you the incredible growth and transformation these plants have achieved.
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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 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
Dec 15, 20231 min read
How Do Native Gardens Look in the Winter (with Snow ❄️)
In this video, we delve into an untouched garden, showcasing the stunning transformation as autumn leaves give way to winter's snow.
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John Clese
Oct 27, 20231 min read
Let's Tour a Native Garden with over 20 Different Plants | Pollinator Garden Ideas for Homeowners
We invite you to an exclusive Native Garden Tour in the enchanting gardens of Saugatuck, Michigan with over 20 unique native plants
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John Clese
Oct 20, 20232 min read
What Ornamental Grasses Should You Add to Your Garden?
In this video, we dive deep into the world of ornamental grasses and how they can transform your garden this fall season.
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John Clese
Sep 29, 20231 min read
20 Native Plants You Can Grow In Your Garden!
Have you ever gazed at your garden and wondered, "What native plants can I grow in my garden?" Learn some of our secrets and tips.
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John Clese
Sep 11, 20231 min read
Inside Look into My Native Garden as a Garden Designer
Welcome to a captivating visual journey through my stunning native garden designs!
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John Clese
Aug 21, 20231 min read
Inside the Process: Transforming a Michigan Home with Native Gardens - Part 1 Front of Home
Discover the techniques, plants, and designs that make Michigan's natural beauty shine.
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John Clese
Aug 17, 20221 min read
What I'm Loving this Week!
Summer is in full swing in Michigan, and this week the common evening primrose/Oenothera biennis has just started to bloom.
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John Clese
May 12, 20222 min read
Mulch Madness!
Too much mulch can smother gardens. See why and how to stop the mulch madness today.
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John Clese
Dec 7, 20211 min read
Common Boneset Named 2021 Wildflower of the YEAR!
The Common Boneset is the 2021 wildflower of the year. Due to its ease of growth and heartiness, it deserves the honor.
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