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What is Slow Landscaping? At its core, slow landscaping is the antithesis of instant gratification. Instead of rushing to create a “finished” garden in a weekend or season, it invites you to engage with the land over time. This approach values long-term sustainability, natural processes, and thoughtful design choices that reflect the unique qualities of […]

Embracing the Art of Slow Landscaping

Oct 18, 2024

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How our designs adapt to and thrive in different seasons, showcasing the beauty and functionality throughout the year One of our values is Work Like Nature, For Nature. This value is infused in all that we do. When we design a landscape, we create them with seasonality in mind, which means that we expect the […]

Seasonal Changes in a Regenerative Landscape

Sep 11, 2024

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In today’s world, where urbanization is rapidly increasing and space is becoming a premium, the idea of gardening may seem like a distant dream for many. However, the principles of permaculture offer a powerful solution: pocket gardens. These small, efficient, and sustainable garden spaces allow you to create a thriving ecosystem no matter how limited […]

Pocket Gardens: Discovering the Power of Permaculture in Small Spaces

Aug 21, 2024

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Integrating livestock into your permaculture garden can enhance soil health, provide natural fertilization, and create a balanced, resilient system. Permaculture asks us to find balance not only in our landscapes but in our lives – livestock is a way to bridge the two, enhancing a closed-loop system that you, your family, and your new animals […]

Permaculture & Livestock Integration

Jul 16, 2024

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The concept of a traditional lawn—a monoculture of neatly trimmed grass—is increasingly under scrutiny… and rightfully so! These lawns require a ton of input and often leave the soil depleted and the surrounding ecosystem off balance. Instead, we encourage our clients to shift towards tapestry lawns, which are rich in biodiversity and offer numerous ecological […]

The Beauty & Ecology of Tapestry Lawns

Jun 19, 2024