Our yards are a huge part of our lives. They’re private spaces to connect with nature, sites of lasting memories, high-impact spots where we can choose to contribute to our ecosystems, and so much more. When a landscape is beautifully designed and thoughtfully tailored to its inhabitants, it becomes a place of refuge and a source of pride. This post takes a look at a landscape transformation that highlights the power of ecological landscaping.
Winter isn’t only a harsh season for people and wildlife. It also asks a lot of our plants. Luckily, native plants have spent thousands of years learning how to survive Ohio and Kentucky winters. Above the surface, it might not look like they’re doing much. But there’s a lot more going on than meets the eye. This blog post offers an overview of how our region’s native plants have adapted to wintry conditions.
When the weather outside is frightful, most of us retreat indoors for a few months. But withdrawing from our landscapes can leave them looking a bit neglected, and then we find ourselves playing catch-up come spring. Spruce up your gardens and improve plant health—and get a jump start on turning your outdoor space into a warm-weather oasis—with the following strategies for enhancing your winter landscape.
Looking for a unique and useful gift that benefits its recipient while giving back to our local ecosystems? This holiday season, consider giving a Landscape Consult Gift Certificate! The Landscape Consult will help your loved one start their native landscaping project on the right foot. They’ll enjoy a 1-hour consultation with our Lead Designer, who will offer guidance to help them take steps toward creating their dream yard.
At first glance, landscapes might appear stagnant in the winter. But there’s a lot going on in our gardens—we just can’t see it. During the winter, herbaceous perennials and woody shrubs and trees take action underground by growing their roots. That means winter is a vital season for plant health. To support native plants through the cold months, follow our garden winterization checklist.
