‘We’ve been changing the landscapes we inhabit for millennia, and, these days, our reach is truly global. Inhale. That breath has 36 more molecules of carbon dioxide than it did in 1750.’ -p.2 Rambunctious Garden by Emma Marris...
Read moreMore and more info. coming out about neonicotinoids (bee killing pesticide) found in plants. More and more evidence linking them to the serious decline in bee colonies… Europe is banning them….Shouldn’t we be doing the same? Bee...
Read moreTook me way to many years to realize that the secret to arranging flowers when you have minimal skill is to get short vases and pick a bunch of leaves- Coleus, ferns, Japanese Forest Grass, Liriope and Coral Bell flowers.
Read moreAhh…figs just off the tree before the rain knocks them down on the deck… Besides fresh, anyone got a favorite recipe? Thinking a little blue cheese, maybe some walnuts and honey…
Read moreI’m still a fan of Solar Mowing’s system for getting power to their mowers, but good to see that the large commercial industry is making some changes to its systems: Turf Magazine
Read moreHere’s a helpful graphic to explain what you gain and what you can anticipate spending for professional landscaping at your home. Landscape Value and Costs
Read moreWhy we love conservation landscapes- Thx Monica Sirtori for finding this article highlighting entomologist Doug Tallamy’s research and the value of native plants...
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