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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
![This Native Plant Will Transform Your Garden! Common Cinquefoil – The Perfect Ground Cover Plant](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda75_e50a35dc6286439fb5dc646ad9a3df6e~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_auto/6cda75_e50a35dc6286439fb5dc646ad9a3df6e~mv2.webp)
John Clese
Sep 11, 20242 min read
This Native Plant Will Transform Your Garden! Common Cinquefoil – The Perfect Ground Cover Plant
In our latest video, we explore the many benefits of using Common Cinquefoil in your landscape.
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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
![Why Wild Quinine Is the Best Native Plant for Your Garden | Lake Effect Garden & Design](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda75_d711f10159a64aaa893caef43a531f7f~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_auto/6cda75_d711f10159a64aaa893caef43a531f7f~mv2.webp)
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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![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.
![The Secret to a Low-Maintenance Garden: Transform Shady Areas with Big Leaf Aster!](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda75_8bae1069bb814168b1725a9923960840~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_auto/6cda75_8bae1069bb814168b1725a9923960840~mv2.webp)
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
![Transforming Pebble Lane: A Formal Garden Oasis with Native Plants](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda75_4e64a295066645548d9429d3e1763b31~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_auto/6cda75_4e64a295066645548d9429d3e1763b31~mv2.webp)
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
Jun 14, 20242 min read
Managing the Invasive Curly Dock: Identification and Removal Tips
In this blog post, we'll share key identification tips, effective removal strategies, and how to prevent it from spreading. Plus, we have an
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John Clese
May 30, 20241 min read
Come Visit the Native Plant Sale & Expo
Discover eco-friendly products and local native plants from various vendors. Don't miss out on this exciting event!
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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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![Top 9 Native Plant Plugs to Transform Your Garden](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda75_76c6a0942ad44529a7808f7d48ab1156~mv2.webp/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,al_c,q_90,enc_auto/6cda75_76c6a0942ad44529a7808f7d48ab1156~mv2.webp)
John Clese
May 10, 20242 min read
Top 9 Native Plant Plugs to Transform Your Garden
The team at Lake Effect Garden & Design explores the top 9 native plant plugs that will breathe new life into your garden
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![Finding Peace in the Petals: My Therapy Through Native Gardening](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda75_06f22787f021466a9f07419d4d7409eff000.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/6cda75_06f22787f021466a9f07419d4d7409eff000.webp)
John Clese
Apr 26, 20241 min read
Finding Peace in the Petals: My Therapy Through Native Gardening
This video is your chance to see the calm and beauty that gardening brings into my life. Watch and let these peaceful garden scenes relax yo
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John Clese
Apr 15, 20241 min read
Blue Lobelia: The Stunning Wildflower for Wet & Shady Gardens
If you've got a damp, partially shaded spot in your garden that needs a burst of vibrant color, Blue Lobelia might be the perfect solution.
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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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![The Best Native Plants Bloomed](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda75_2e50061a656e41d2af2f5ca4dc0dfa40f000.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/6cda75_2e50061a656e41d2af2f5ca4dc0dfa40f000.webp)
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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