The Nature of Ecology

When we design landscapes, we prioritize resilient native plants that will thrive in urban and suburban environments, especially through the winter months. Natural beauty is always a consideration, but even more important is ecological function. We begin thinking about winter early in spring and carefully select species that support wildlife, strengthen local ecosystems, and provide…

In January, we dive into one of our favorite winter planning activities: opening the seed jars we filled during our fall harvest of native plants and beginning to imagine the next growing season. We always recommend planting generously to support winter birds and wildlife, and enough seeds to collect, save and grow the next generation…