Eco-Landscaping 101

Nature Abhors a Garden

December 15, 2010

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by Peter Del Tredici

Homeowners and horticulturists alike use the term ecological land­scaping to express an awareness of the importance of environmental issues. Unfortunately their awareness does not extend into the realm of seman­tics. -!>

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Staying Ahead of the Curve

December 15, 2010

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2011 ELA Conference & Eco-Marketplace
March 3, 2011
MassMutual Center, Springfield, MA -!>

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Eco-Marketplace Sneak Preview

December 15, 2010

ELA Conference & Eco-Marketplace – March 3, 2011 – MassMutual Center, Springfield, MA

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Getting Started with Sustainable Landscaping: Tips from the Field

November 30, 2010

by Gary Krause Sustainability in Landscape has many different meanings. Some define a sustainable landscape as a discipline that emphasizes plant health, soil condition, water quality, and resource conservation. To be sustainable does not mean the elimination of fertilizers, synthetic compounds, petroleum based products and gas powered equipment. Rather, sustainability means the creation of outdoor [...]

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Pest Control Basics

October 20, 2008

  When pest problems occur in the landscape, an understanding of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) can help to reduce the use of harmful chemicals that can be harmful to beneficial insects. Watch the following Ecological Landscaping Association (ELA) video to learn more. This video is an excerpt from an interview with ELA’s past Vice President, [...]

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Lawns – A Short Primer

October 20, 2008

 Spring – Gypsum is used in areas where snow has been piled, where salt has been used and where people or vehicles may have cut corners or parked on the lawn during winter. Gypsum relieves soil compaction and the effects of salt by chemical binding it. It is better to use calcium chloride rather than [...]

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Mulch – A Short Primer

October 20, 2008

In the “original” natural systems of prairies and forests, what we would refer to as mulch is the accumulation of system litter – grass and plant stems, leaves and sticks, etc. The slow breakdown and eventual decay of this material is an essential part of these ecosystems and is crucial to their health and continued [...]

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Organic Lawn Care Basics

October 20, 2008

by Bruce Wenning Take a look at this grid that shows cultural methods that promote turfgrass growth and establishment, reduce insect and disease problems, and conserve water. Click here for a full pdf.

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Watering Your Landscapes – A Short Primer

October 20, 2008

Proper watering techniques are essential to the health of plants in the garden as well as in containers. In general, it is far better to water less frequently for longer durations. Frequent drenches can result in root-rot and attract moisture-loving insects. Frequent, shallow waterings are deceiving, as the deep roots will die and leave the [...]

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Watering Your Landscapes

October 20, 2008

  Water use awareness and conservation in the landscape is becoming an increasing priority. Watch the following Ecological Landscaping Association (ELA) video to learn more. This video is an excerpt from an interview with ELA’s past Vice President, Kathy Sargent-O’Neill. The complete interview aired on Plymouth, Massachusetts PACTV (www.pactv.org) on the program, Seniority, which is [...]

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