Edible landscaping is en vogue—for good reason! This inspired approach to landscape design combines beauty and function by incorporating edible plants into decorative landscapes. When you combine edible landscaping and native landscaping, you bolster not only your family but also pollinators, wildlife, and the ecosystems on which we all rely. Creating an edible landscape is both an art and a science. Here are some design guidelines to inspire your efforts.
Bush Honeysuckle is a commonplace feature in many Cincinnati yards — and that’s bad news for our ecosystems and our landscapes. If you're ready to remove honeysuckle for good, check out our list of native alternatives to Bush Honeysuckle. These native understory bushes and trees will help make the transition to a native, invasive-free landscape as smooth as possible.
Water is essential for our lives, our ecosystems, and our landscapes. Thankfully, Mother Nature offers plenty of water for free. But rain events can cause problems in our yards and gardens (and beyond) when water runs or pools in undesirable places. The good news? Natural landscaping can help solve water management issues. Check out these 4 strategies.
Along with gorgeous blooms, warmer weather, and sunshine comes a growing list of garden to-dos. If you’d like to spend your outdoor time relaxing in your native gardens instead of working in them, our knowledgeable staff of horticulturalists can help keep your plants and landscape looking their best via our Organic Landscape Maintenance services.
Spring weather draws us into our landscapes and inspires new design ideas. While it’s not quite outdoor lounging season, there’s a lot you can do now to keep your gardens looking their best and improve plant health. Use this eco-friendly list to prepare native gardens for the warmer months ahead.
