Thoughts on landscape design

by Betty Struckhoff On August 7, Wild Ones members were treated to a wonderful front yard native garden in Chesterfield.  It was fun to see our makeover in 2011 and how it has developed over two years (and how two active children have grown along with it).  Part of the…

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2nd annual native landscaping workshop

After last year’s successful Native Landscaping workshop, the partner organizations have decided to hold it again.  This year’s workshop will be Saturday, February 23, 2013 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Powder Valley Nature Center.  Registration is $20, and includes lunch and a guide to landscaping with native plants.  You…

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ASLA animated video

The American Society of Landscape Architects created this animated video entitled “Designing Neighborhoods for People and Wildlife.”  It’s good to see another national organization promoting the importance of native plants and habitats. Note: Once the video starts, click the icon between “HD” and “Vimeo” in the lower right corner to…

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2012 Landscape Challenge Design

by Jeanne Cablish September 22 is planting day for the 2012 Landscape Challenge.   Here is the design and plant list for those of you who want a preview.   Hope to see you there! Click any image for a larger version, then click the enlargement to go to the next one.

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