November 1, 2009
When I was in Portland, Oregon last year for the Wordstock Festival, I almost didn’t care that it was raining the whole time. I was amazed, not only by the friendliness of the people, but of the friendliness of … Read More...
Category: Green & Sustainable, Greening, Irrigation, Permaculture
Tags: eco-conscious, eco-friendly, green, sotrmwater runoff, sustainablility, urban gardens, urban irrigation, urban landscaping, Water, watershed
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September 10, 2009
With a bold goal to “Save the Plants, Save the Planet,” the Chicago Botanic Garden has scheduled the opening of the Plant Science Center for members on September 22, and for the general public on September 23.
“One-third of the … Read More...
Category: Community Gardens, Container Gardening, Education & Tours, Garden Design, Green & Sustainable, Green Roofs, Green Walls, Greening, Hydroponics, Irrigation, Public Gardens, Rooftop Gardens, Solar Energy, Urban Agriculture
Tags: Chicago Botanical Gardens, conservation, gardeing, garden education, green, Green Building Council, plant science, Plant Science Center, raing gardens, rainwater collection, stormwater runnoff, sustainability, Urban Agriculture, urban gardening, Water
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June 8, 2009
Many of you out there, if you’ve not yet done so, yearn to grow something in your limited spaces. The challenge develops when, in addition to limited space, you also have limited resources, and for some hopeful gardeners, perceived limited … Read More...
Category: Container Gardening, Experiencing, Herb Gardens
Tags: black thumb, bulbs, containers, flowers, garden, gardening, green, green thumb, herb window boxes, herbs, organic, plant, planting, plants, pots., sage, seeds, soil, thumb, Water
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April 21, 2009
Here are five simple things you can do help save the planet and your cash:
1. Contain Yourself, or Not
Plant an herb garden. Even if you don’t have a garden, you can still plant herbs in a pot or … Read More...
Category: Container Gardening, Edible Landscaping, Green & Sustainable, Greening, Window Boxes
Tags: cooling, green, hardier plants, heating, herb garden, herbs, kitchen garden, mulch, plants, retain moisture, save energy, save money, use less water, Water, Xeriscaping
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