Gary has more than 40 years of plant and gardening experience, an interest that started on his family’s farm. Gary is constantly adding to his knowledge of plants, including trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals. His specialty interests are native plants, fruit trees (especially heirloom apple varieties) and heirloom vegetables. With his training as an engineer, Gary brings a unique perspective in landscape designs utilizing plants, water features and hardscapes, such as stone, pavers and wall blocks. Gary is a Certified Green Industry Professional (CGIP) through the Michigan Nursery and Landscaping Association (MNLA).  

Gary has more than 40 years of plant and gardening experience, an interest that started on his family’s farm. Gary is constantly adding to his knowledge of plants, including trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals. His specialty interests are native plants, fruit trees (especially heirloom apple varieties) and heirloom vegetables. With his training as an engineer, Gary brings a unique perspective in landscape designs utilizing plants, water features and hardscapes, such as stone, pavers and wall blocks. Gary is a Certified Green Industry Professional (CGIP) through the Michigan Nursery and Landscaping Association (MNLA).

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Nature Watch 12/20/25

Weather and birds lead this week's conversation.

Weather and birds lead this week's conversation.

Nature Watch 12/13/25

The paw paw fruit, birding, and winter weather effects are discussed.

The paw paw fruit, birding, and winter weather effects are discussed.

Nature Watch 12/6/25

Discussion includes the impending snowstorm, birds, and a myth concerning weather predictions.

Discussion includes the impending snowstorm, birds, and a myth concerning weather predictions.

Nature Watch 12/20/25

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