Sustainability

Nature’s Most Overlooked Pollinators

By Caitlin Conner, Stowe Marketing + Communications Manager Research compiled by Janet Manuel, Ecological Stewardship Manager + Emma McGee, Horticulturist It feels almost wrong to write a blog post titled "Nature's Most Overlooked Pollinators" the week of Bye, Bye, Butterfly - a weekend of festivities celebrating a successful season

2026-09-07T10:11:58-04:00September 4th, 2026|Sustainability, Wildlife|

Join the Count! Prepare For The 2026 Great Pollinator Census

By Janet Manuel, Ecological Stewardship Manager at Daniel Stowe Conservancy Hi, my name is Janet Manuel and I am the Ecological Stewardship Manager at Stowe. In this position, I promote site-wide ecological stewardship by managing the garden's natural areas—including the Piedmont Prairie restoration, Meadowood and ponds; identifying opportunities for wetland and stream restoration;

2026-08-21T08:56:13-04:00August 21st, 2026|Horticulture, Sustainability|

Celebrate Pollinator Week at Stowe: Life on a Leaf

By Janet Manuel, Ecological Stewardship Manager Hi, my name is Janet Manuel and I am the Ecological Stewardship Manager at Stowe. In this position, I promote site-wide ecological stewardship by managing the garden's natural areas—including the Piedmont Prairie restoration, Meadowood and ponds; identifying opportunities for wetland and stream restoration; implementing innovative stormwater management

2026-06-24T12:01:48-04:00June 24th, 2026|Horticulture, Sustainability|

Get Your Spring Allergies Under Control

This blog post is published in partnership with our Spring Planting Sponsor, Carolina Asthma and Allergy Center. Nature Is Better When You Can Breathe Easy Asthma and allergy symptoms can stand in the way of fully enjoying nature. Our partners at Carolina Asthma & Allergy Center can help you

2026-05-04T14:27:24-04:00May 4th, 2026|Horticulture, Sustainability|

Find Your Path to Nature Through Volunteering

By Ceci Kammire, Volunteer Coordinator My name is Ceci Kammire and I am the Volunteer Coordinator at Stowe.  Growing up on a farm in Lexington, North Carolina, I have always loved spending time outdoors and exploring the unique ecosystems found across the Carolinas. In 2021 I received my Bachelor of Arts in Studio

2026-04-30T14:29:43-04:00April 30th, 2026|Horticulture, Sustainability|

Celebrating Native Plant Month

By Janet Manuel, Ecological Stewardship Manager at Daniel Stowe Conservancy Hi, my name is Janet Manuel and I am the Ecological Stewardship Manager at Stowe. In this position, I promote site-wide ecological stewardship by managing the garden's natural areas—including the Piedmont Prairie restoration, Meadowood and ponds; identifying opportunities for wetland and stream restoration;

2026-04-24T15:17:40-04:00April 24th, 2026|Horticulture, Sustainability|

March Magic: Spring Ephemerals are Blooming on the Phenology Trail

By Janet Manuel, Ecological Stewardship Manager at Daniel Stowe Conservancy Hi, my name is Janet Manuel and I am the Ecological Stewardship Manager at Stowe. In this position, I promote site-wide ecological stewardship by managing the garden's natural areas—including the Piedmont Prairie restoration, Meadowood and ponds; identifying opportunities for wetland and stream restoration;

2026-03-14T13:38:24-04:00March 13th, 2026|Horticulture, Sustainability|

Rooted in Restoration: How Volunteers Are Transforming Stowe

By Janet Manuel, Ecological Stewardship Manager at Daniel Stowe Conservancy Hi, my name is Janet Manuel and I am the Ecological Stewardship Manager at Stowe. In this position, I promote site-wide ecological stewardship by managing the garden's natural areas—including the Piedmont Prairie restoration, Meadowood and ponds; identifying opportunities for wetland and stream restoration;

2026-03-10T15:54:08-04:00March 9th, 2026|Horticulture, Sustainability|

Growing Into 2026: Phenology at Daniel Stowe Conservancy

By Janet Manuel, Ecological Stewardship Manager at Daniel Stowe Conservancy Hi, my name is Janet Manuel and I am the Ecological Stewardship Manager at Stowe. In this position, I promote site-wide ecological stewardship by managing the garden's natural areas—including the Piedmont Prairie restoration, Meadowood and ponds; identifying opportunities for wetland and stream restoration;

2026-03-02T15:39:06-05:00March 2nd, 2026|Horticulture, Sustainability|
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