Articles Related to "Shade"
Vertical Gardens ~ Living Walls
by Trevor Smith
The concept of a garden is rising to new heights, literally, as we look up rather than down for new gardening opportunities. Referred to by many different names — vertical gardens, living walls, or green walls — this relatively new form of gardening is taking root in many locations across the globe. Read more »
Posted August 15, 2010 under Biochar, Edible Landscaping, Hydroponics, Irrigation, Living Walls, Screens and Wind Blocks, Shade, Stormwater Management, Vertical Gardens, Wildlife Habitats, urban forestry / urban gardens.
What Characteristics Make an Exotic Plant Invasive?
by Bruce Wenning
Many researchers and ecological restorationists have identified a constellation of traits or characteristics that better define what the term ‘invasive plant’ really means. Read more »
Posted June 16, 2010 under Invasives, Native Plants, Restoration, Seeds and Seed Dispersal, Shade.
Shade Gardening as an Alternative to Lawns in Shaded Areas
By Judy Eisenberg
Reprinted by permission of the author and of the Somerville Journal
Growing the perfect healthy lawn free of crabgrass and weeds in shady areas requires high maintenance care, excess watering, and the use of chemicals and pesticides that are damaging to the environment. You can certainly grow your lawn organically, but consider replacing the grass growing in the shade with native groundcover, plants or shrubs. Read more »
Posted May 15, 2010 under Forest plants, Lawn Care, Native Plants, Shade.
Going Organic
by Frank Koll
Maintaining organic lawns and gardens is based on some key principles that guide land care professionals to manage and take care of your landscape. Read more »
Posted May 15, 2010 under Balanced Ecosystems, Ecological Maintenance, General, Lawn Care, Native Plants, Organic, Shade, Soil.