Biomimicry – How Doing It Nature’s Way Will Change The Way We Live

– Posted in: Garden Design, Perennials, Sustainable Gardening

The disappearance of a major natural unit of vegetation from the face of the earth is an event worthy of causing pause and consideration by any nation. Yet so gradually has the prairie been conquered by the breaking plow, the tractor, and the overcrowded herds of man…that scant attention has been given to the significance[...]

42 Top Seeds for 2013 ~From Some Favorite Gardeners and Seed Sources

– Posted in: Seeds, Sustainable Gardening

I’m a seed-aholic. No matter how hard I try to control myself, each winter I can’t resist experimenting with new introductions. Oh yes, and I must have another variety of amaranths, nicotianas…or whatever. I convince myself that it’s inexpensive ~ after all, another $2.75 spent on what will surely be dozens of beautiful flowers …and[...]

How Chicago Ignited The Explosion of Green Roofs in America

– Posted in: Garden Design, Sustainable Gardening

“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” Albert Einstein It should come as no surprise that Chicago, commonly known as ‘Garden In The City’, has been a trailblazer in the green roof movement in America. ** It has 359 green roofs, totaling  5.5 million square feet, more than any other city[...]