My lawn is no longer sustainable in its current form. Not because its not beautiful or healthy with the additional water. Its just that. water. Denver is not considering the concrete jungle its creating. Density is thirsty. Its replacement must be maintenance sustainable. The ease of lawn mowing is overstated. Unless you move to a […]
Finally a space for a bridge and grassland?
The Vision: A calming mixture of dry stream and waves of nature inviting grass. Creating better visual balance is key. When I envision a calm harmonizing place I think of the zen garden. The subdued palette, natural material and simple symbolism. I think of its interactive purpose in bringing you fully into the present moment. […]
Western Wallflower
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Tips to provide protected nesting sites for Native Bees
Protecting and Providing Nesting for Native Bees and Wasps There are products on the market to provide cheap, renewable bee hotels for our native bees and wasps. Here are a few things to help your bees be at home. Leave open ground (no mulch) with sandy soil for ground Keep a wood pile where borers […]
Monarch Butterfly Decline 86% in 2 Years
Why are the California monarchs decreasing? https://ktla.com/2019/01/06/california-monarch-butterfly-numbers-decline-86-in-2-years/
Mildew Prevention methods for all the plants in my garden.
Powdery mildew is a major factor in my decision NOT to plant cucumbers in 2019. Luckily I still have pickles in the cupboard, but for those who must have pickles …. try these preventative measures to get ahead of any mildew problems. 3 PREVENTION methods that won’t harm the bugs… Better site the cucumbers – […]
Our world wind patterns
This is mesmorizing: Weather service Wind Colorado Centered Animated US National Weather Service Wind Data for Azimuthal equidistant projection.
Society without me
I’m listening to the song Society sung by Eddie Vedder and written by Jerry Hannan… And when you think more than you want Your thoughts begin to bleed. Society you’re a crazy breed. I hope you’re not lonely without me. Society… have mercy on me, I hope you’re not angry if I disagree … […]
This algae-powered exterior cladding turns polluted air into fresh oxygen |
Creating community with gardening
Can we get a new garden club going in CKSE? There are many talented gardeners in our neighborhood and I would love to hear the stories of how they came to be and share their advice. Could we get to know each other with an afternoon tea or garden happy hour? Meet to attend gardening […]
