Owen Dell, Author at Benton Soil & Water Conservation District

Book Review: The Death and Life of Great American Cities

Jane Jacobs holding up planning documents

April 24, 2020

This is probably the most revered book on urban planning ever written, and is considered in fact one of the best books of any kind of the last hundred years. Read more »

What Has Your Garden Been Doing Lately?

June 14, 2019

By Owen Dell

You may not realize it, but your garden, even if it’s small or modest, is … Read more »

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Owen Dell

Owen Dell, RLA, ASLA is an award-winning, internationally admired landscape architect, author and educator. He is the principal of Owen Dell and Associates, LLC, in Corvallis, Oregon, specializing in sustainable landscape architectural services. Owen has been part of the landscaping profession since 1971. Owen lectures around the country and internationally on sustainable landscaping and related topics. He is the author of “How to Start a Home-Based Landscaping Business” and “Sustainable Landscaping for Dummies.” Owen has also been a regular contributor to many national and regional horticultural publications including Sunset Magazine, Fine Gardening, and others. For 5 years he was the co-host and co-creator of the popular Santa Barbara television series, “Garden Wise Guys.” Owen is a member of the Willamette Valley Regenerative Landscape Coalition (WVRLC). Search the BSWCD website to learn more about WVRLC’s projects!

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