Landscaping Archive

• 0February 8, 2010

  An Introduction to Analog Forestry

  Analog forestry is a system of sustainable forestry that seeks to recreate the structure and function of a diverse natural...

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• 1December 29, 2009

  Improve Tree Health With Rubber Sidewalks

  Rubber sidewalks are a promising new technology that offers many benefits for urban tree health and longevity. One of the biggest...

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• 0December 17, 2009

  Native Plants for Dry Shade

  Trees with spreading, shallow roots such as beech, maple, and some conifers often leave the surrounding soil both shady and...

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• 1December 13, 2009

  Five Great Native Perennials for Full Shade

  Some gardeners are reluctant to plant mast-producing trees and shrubs because they feel that shade is too difficult to plant...

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• 3December 7, 2009

  Using Mast-Producing Trees in Riparian Buffer Zones

  Riparian buffer zones are areas of vegetation, including trees, shrubs, and grasses, lining the sides of rivers, streams, and other...

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• 6December 2, 2009

  Planting a Native Hedgerow

  Hedgerows are a valuable addition to any landscape, from the smallest suburban yard to large industrial-scale farms. Hedgerows, lines of...

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• 1November 21, 2009

  How To Save Money on Energy Bills With Trees and Shrubs

  Using mast-producing trees and shrubs in the home landscape can lower your heating and cooling bills by up to 25%. Plant...

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• 3November 11, 2009

  Edible Forest Gardening

  Edible forest gardening is a philosophy of landscape design that was developed in Britain by a man named Robert Hart....

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