Robin supports the citizens of South Dakota in her role as an SDSU Extension Horticulture Field Specialist based in Brookings.
Robin Buterbaugh
SDSU Extension Horticulture Field Specialist
Also by Robin Buterbaugh
SDSU Extension publishes research on native plants for bird habitat
January 06, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension has published new research on native plants that can support birds in the state and region.
Native Plants for Bird Habitat in South Dakota
South Dakota has a range of habitats that support many bird species, and native plants play an important role in all those habitats.
Keyhole Gardens
Keyhole gardens combine composting, water conservation, and space efficient planting in a single raised bed design. They give gardeners a practical way to produce vegetables, herbs, and flowers when space, soil, or water would otherwise be limited.