Sustainability

ROOF GARDENS: TRANSFORMING CITIES FROM CONCRETE JUNGLES TO URBAN OASIS

ROOF GARDENS: TRANSFORMING CITIES FROM CONCRETE JUNGLES TO URBAN OASIS

By understanding the history and benefits of roof gardens, we can unlock their potential to transform cities into thriving green havens, fostering well-being, community, and environmental responsibility. #Roof gardens, #urban green spaces, #sustainability, #environmental benefits, #community benefits, #well-being benefits

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GRASSLANDS: OUR PLANET'S CARBON SEQUESTRATION HEROES

GRASSLANDS: OUR PLANET'S CARBON SEQUESTRATION HEROES

Grasslands play a crucial role in Earth's carbon cycle, acting as both carbon sinks and sources depending on their management and health. A grassland is an ecosystem where the predominant vegetation consists of grasses and forbs (wildflowers) with relatively few trees and shrubs. They exist on every continent except Antarctica. Grasslands combat climate change, maintain biodiversity and they promote proper land management.

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CREATING A GARDEN WITH SITE RESILIENCE

CREATING A GARDEN WITH SITE RESILIENCE

When it comes to gardening, site resilience is the key to ensuring that your plants thrive in any condition. Using a diversity of species is the first step in designing a successful garden.

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A NATIVE MEDICINAL POLLINATOR GARDEN

A NATIVE MEDICINAL POLLINATOR GARDEN

North America has its own collection of medicinal plants that can thrive in harmony with their native wildlife to create a beautiful and therapeutic garden.

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HOW DO I ATTRACT BIRDS INTO MY GARDEN?

HOW DO I ATTRACT BIRDS INTO MY GARDEN?

Backyard gardeners and landscape designers can increase the number and variety of birds by streamlining the natural ecosystems you see at the forest edge.

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GARDEN DESIGN TRENDS – THE FUTURE OF RESIDENTIAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN

GARDEN DESIGN TRENDS – THE FUTURE OF RESIDENTIAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN

New York City homeowners in Manhattan and Brooklyn are concerned with drainage, privacy from neighbors and sustainability in their small gardens. Great ideas from famous gardens can be incorporated into these smaller spaces.

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EVOLUTION OF THE LAWN

EVOLUTION OF THE LAWN

It is estimated that the total amount of monocultured lawn in the United States exceeds the size of the state of Pennsylvania. Why?

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10 GARDENING TIPS TO FIGHT GLOBAL WARMING

10 GARDENING TIPS TO FIGHT GLOBAL WARMING

Garden design ideas for your small garden or landscape. When garden planning, these are effective tips for the climate-friendly gardener.

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GARDENING IN A CHANGING CLIMATE

GARDENING IN A CHANGING CLIMATE

When gardening as climate change occurs, is it practical for a garden designer to select a plant that needs additional maintenance to survive successfully?

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WHAT IS TU BISH'VAT?

WHAT IS TU BISH'VAT?

Tu Bishvat is a celebration to revere and respect our land, our soil, our environment. Tu BiSh'vat is a tree-centric celebration which promotes arboriculture.

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