Using Native Plants in the Landscape: What, Why & How
Sustainable landscape design starts with plants that have evolved to thrive in our local environment. Learn more about the benefits of native plants, why native plants are so important, the problems with invasive plants, and why utilizing native plants in your home landscape design is a win-win!
Our Organic Approach to Landscape Management
At Our Land Organics, we are focused on developing healthy ecosystems in your yard that utilize natural cycles of fertility and disease management. No toxic synthetics required! We prioritize native plants and organic land care practices that support the health of ecosystems, wildlife, pollinators, and people.
Bush Honeysuckle: What Is It and Why Is It a Problem in the Landscape?
We take a look at why invasive bush honeysuckle is a problem for your landscape and our ecosystems. Then, we look at some of the benefits of removing honeysuckle and how to stop the spread.
Edible Landscapes: How to Grow Food in Your Yard
Whether you are aiming to reduce exposure to grocery store pesticides and herbicides, create a meaningful experience for you and your family, or simply make the most of your space, creating edible landscapes can be an infinitely rewarding endeavor. When it comes to growing food, however, there is definitely no simple, one-size-fits-all approach.
An Ecological Approach to Water Management & Yard Drainage
Rainwater management and yard drainage is an issue in many Cincinnati yards. Learn more about how to solve this problem using a variety of different ecological landscaping approaches.
Sprucing Up Your Yard: Fall Garden Cleanup
Fall is for gardening! Learn some simple steps for fall garden cleanup to set up your native landscape for success next year.
What To Do About That Mess of Honeysuckle In Your Yard
Learn some of the problems with invasive honeysuckle and how removing honeysuckle can improve the beauty and functionality of your yard.
Getting Out During Quarantine
We may look back at the spring of 2020 as that time we were all quarantined, but we might also remember that we had the opportunity to experience every moment of a new growing season. Get outside and connect with nature using this guide to your yard’s spring cleanup.