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Why I Love Buckwheats
If you judge the garden-worthiness of plants by more than whether they fit a traditional definition of beauty, you may find yourself loving buckwheats, too.
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How’s It Growing?
Now that my Dad's garden has been in the ground for 10 months, it's time to take a look at how things are growing.
Sequencing Garden Construction to Avoid Conflict
So, what to do with all that creative garden energy while you wait for fall to plant? Get the rest of the landscape ready! The key concept: Don't paint yourself into a corner!
Urging Restraint
But . . . and I hate to say this because I don't want to convey anything but complete enthusiasm for native gardening . . . I'm trying not to plant super drought tolerant California native plants now.
The Beauty of a Master Plan
Taking the time to create a master plan before planting the first tree will save time, labor, and money and result in a more cohesive, beautiful, functional, and easily maintained garden.
Incredible Edibles
When designing with edible plants, my goal is to create a beautiful garden that doesn't look like a 'vegetable patch.'
The Difference Between Native Grasses and the Brown Stuff
When I'm raving about the beauty of native landscapes, I'm not talking about the vast expanses of brown grass that dominate our hills and valleys.
So, How Much Did It Cost?
With Eve's Garden Design, one of my goal's is to bring beautiful, sustainable gardens to regular people.
Simple Changes
One of my jobs, as a designer, is to suggest possibilities that my client's may not have considered.
Match Your Plants to Your Conditions