Book Review: The Death and Life of Great American Cities
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 »
landscaping – low impact
Choose the right plants for your site
Whether you have sun or shade, clay or sandy soil, you want to choose the right plants for your site. Read more »
Meadowscaping – Benefits Above and Below the Surface
Consider the benefits of urban meadowscaping as opposed to the environmental costs of standard lawn maintenance. Read more »
Rain Garden II
Raingarden for Stormwater Management Read more »
Rain Garden I
Beth Young’s Rain Garden Design Read more »
Shade Garden Design
Beth Young’s Shade Garden Design
Native and Edible: A Backyard Design
Native edibles are low-care (if planted in the right place) because they are uniquely adapted to our soil, weather and seasons. While they are providing berries for our jam, they are also feeding and housing our birds, bees, bugs and other native critters that badly need our help. Read more »
Wildlife Garden Design
The key ingredients to a healthy wildlife environment are shelter, food and water. This design incorporates all three of these important features. Read more »
Gardening on a Budget: Raised Garden Beds
Amanda shares some crafty ideas for raised bed gardening. Read more »
Green Stormwater Treatment Research in Benton County
Researchers test three stormwater treatment technologies. Read more »
Rising Up: It’s Time to Think About Raised Bed Gardening
If you are thinking about getting your garden growing, raised beds might be a good choice to consider. Read more »
Surviving Drought in Benton County
Planting natives and other drought-tolerant plants in your home landscape is one of the best ways to address low precipitation conditions. Read more »
Plans for Using Native Plants in Your Home Landscaping
Design a sustainable landscape around your home with the help of expert landscape designer! Read more »