Celebrate Earth Day in Shepherdstown by Planting Wild Columbine
In the latest article from The Shepherdstown Chronicle, Kristi Hendricks encourages local residents to celebrate Earth Day by planting wild columbine, a native West Virginia perennial that attracts wildlife, including hummingbirds and butterflies. This vibrant flower thrives in the region's moist, well-drained soil, making it a perfect addition to gardens throughout Shepherdstown and nearby towns like Charles Town and Harpers Ferry. The article emphasizes the importance of maintaining a tidy garden and notes the plant's deer resistance, while also mentioning its potential invaders like the harlequin stink bug. Hendricks celebrates her gardening journey with her 50th column, urging the community to honor the earth by planting columbine this April 22.