Pascal Yan
Pascal is a tree planter and naturalist from Quebec, Canada. His fascination for nature fuels much of his writing.
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Plant Propagation
How to Store Seeds From Native Plants
Have you ever wondered how to store seeds from your favorite native plants?
Every summer, I work on reforestation projects as a tree planter in the boreal forest. While on the job, I love to look...
Homesteading
Rice Protein Powder: Naked Nutrition’s Organic Rice Powder
What is rice protein powder? All in all, it's brown rice that's ground down and treated to separate starch from protein. What's left is a protein base that's rich in amino acids that makes a...
Tree Planting
The Best Gloves for Tree Planting: What Works
The season starts, and you're gearing up. You'll pretty much always have gloves on your buy list every year.
In truth, along with boots, gloves are amongst the most important gear you'll have as a tree...
Tree Planting
The Best Backpacks for Tree Planting: A Veteran’s Opinion
Whether you are just starting to tree plant or you're a veteran, at this time, you might be looking for the best backpacks for tree planting.
It's not too complicated, it comes down to a few...
Shrubs
How to Identify & Propagate Mountain Fly Honeysuckle (Lonicera villosa)
A field guide on how to identify and propagate Mountain Fly Honeysuckle (Lonicera villosa), a hardy shrub that is native to eastern North America.
How to Identify Mountain Fly Honeysuckle (Lonicera villosa)
Leaves
Mountain Fly Honeysuckle leaves are ovate-shaped,...
Shrubs
How to Identify & Propagate Fly Honeysuckle (Lonicera canadensis)
A field guide on how to identify and propagate Fly Honeysuckle (Lonicera canadensis), a hardy shrub that is native to the boreal forest.
How to Identify Fly Honeysuckle (Lonicera canadensis)
Leaves
Fly honeysuckle leaves are ovate, oblong, or cordate-shaped, with...
Shrubs
How to Identify & Propagate Hairy Honeysuckle (Lonicera hirsuta)
A field guide on how to identify and propagate hairy honeysuckle, a hardy shrub that is native to the boreal forest.
How to Identify Hairy Honeysuckle (Lonicera hirsuta)
Leaves
Hairy honeysuckle leaves are ovate-shaped with ciliate margins and grow on...
Shrubs
How to Identify & Propagate Twinberry Honeysuckle (Lonicera involucrata)
A field guide on how to identify and propagate Twinberry Honeysuckle (Lonicera involucrata), a hardy shrub that is native to the boreal forests.
How to Identify Twinberry Honeysuckle (Lonicera involucrata)
Leaves
Twinberry honeysuckle leaves are elliptical to lance-shaped, with...
Plant Propagation
How to Propagate Lonicera from Cuttings, Layering, or Seeds
Propagating Lonicera, commonly known as honeysuckle, is an excellent way to expand your garden without breaking the bank.
Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting, propagating through stem cuttings or seed sowing is a...
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How to Store Seeds From Native Plants
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Have you ever wondered how to store seeds from your favorite native plants?
Every summer, I work on reforestation projects as a tree planter in...
Rice Protein Powder: Naked Nutrition’s Organic Rice Powder
Pascal Yan - 0
What is rice protein powder? All in all, it's brown rice that's ground down and treated to separate starch from protein. What's left is...
The Best Gloves for Tree Planting: What Works
Pascal Yan - 0
The season starts, and you're gearing up. You'll pretty much always have gloves on your buy list every year.
In truth, along with boots, gloves...
The Best Backpacks for Tree Planting: A Veteran’s Opinion
Pascal Yan - 0
Whether you are just starting to tree plant or you're a veteran, at this time, you might be looking for the best backpacks for...
How to Identify & Propagate Mountain Fly Honeysuckle (Lonicera villosa)
Pascal Yan - 0
A field guide on how to identify and propagate Mountain Fly Honeysuckle (Lonicera villosa), a hardy shrub that is native to eastern North America.
How to...