Jacob Thompson is our new Lead Designer and a huge source of inspiration within our ecological landscape design studio. Here, Jacob shares a bit about his approach to native landscape design as well as some thoughtful reflections about nature’s teachings.
Unfortunately, the Callery pear (including the ubiquitous ‘Bradford’ cultivar) is an aggressive, invasive species. In fact, the situation has gotten so dire that the propagation and sale of Callery Pear has recently been banned in Ohio due to its aggressive and invasive growth. Luckily, there are a number of native alternatives to Callery Pear, all of which offer the same ornamental benefits while adding ecological benefits as well.
After more than a decade of ecological landscaping, it’s been amazing to witness more people step into caring for our ecosystems by doing what they can in their own yards. As native landscaping goes mainstream, here are some trends that we’re observing. We look forward to the day when these trends are standard across the entire landscaping industry!
Birds are vital members of our ecosystems. They distribute seeds and helpful fungi, provide fertilizer for soils, help maintain forest health, and act as natural pest management professionals. Plants, other wildlife, and humans all benefit from these services. Here are 5 strategies that are all but guaranteed to attract more birds to your yard at any time of year.
