Category Archives: Sustainable Landscaping

The Lure of the Lawn

Posted on November 18, 2020 by

“My decision to remove most of the turf grass from my yard germinated over many years and after learning about the state of the nation’s lands and waters. What’s the connection? Our love affair with our lawns – with a thick green carpet of grass, free of weeds – comes at a steep cost to the environment.” Continue reading →

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Another New Video Added to MG Virtual Classroom!

Posted on August 25, 2020 by

Native Grasses, Sedges and Rushes for the Home Landscape is now available to view online, in case you missed the live zoom presentations. Continue reading →

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Native Alternatives to Overused Foundation Plants, Part II

Posted on June 10, 2020 by

In Part I of this article, posted last week, we presented alternatives to some traditional foundation shrubs that are considered invasive in Arlington County and the City of Alexandria. In Part II, we consider alternatives to other overused non-native shrubs. Continue reading →

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Native Alternatives to Overused Foundation Plants, Part I

Posted on June 3, 2020 by

Our Tried and True Native Plant Selections for the Mid-Atlantic Region offers many attractive substitute shrubs to traditional foundation non-natives that can add beauty and diversity to the landscape while providing nectar, pollen, and fruit for the insect and animal species with which they have evolved. Read on to learn about the ornamental qualities and wildlife support offered by native alternatives for these popular alien shrubs. Continue reading →

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