Aaron Diener
One of the widest-ranging native grasses, Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium) is a highly ornamental and widely tolerant native prairie grass. Beginning with bluish-green new growth in Spring and finishing with orange to russet fall color that lasts well into the winter, Little Bluestem is an all-seasons interest plant to include in the landscape. Growing from … Read more
The species you choose are more than just a list of pretty-looking plants, they are the foundation of your design’s success. Taking a little time to work through species selection to create a species palette ensures your landscape not only thrives in your site’s conditions, but also contributes to the broader ecological web, supporting biodiversity and ecological function.
Short-Tooth Mountain Mint is a vigorous, interesting-looking native perennial. All parts of the plant smell strongly of camphor and peppermint, a feature that prevents deer and rabbits from eating the plants. Dusty-colored plants give way to white flowers backed by bracts that look as if they have been painted, the color reminiscent of the old-fashioned garden annual Dusty Miller.
Discover the best native plants for ecological landscaping with the Paddle Creek Gardens Native Plant Library. Explore profiles based on ecological function and design role.
Our tried-and-proven seed starting supplies we’ve used on the nursery and still use for propagating native plants, as well as starting vegetables and annuals indoors.
Every great landscape starts with a vision. But when working with native plants and nature-driven design, defining your garden’s aesthetic can feel less straightforward than traditional landscaping templates. How do you create a space that reflects your personal style while embracing ecological function? In this article, we’ll walk through the key elements of developing your … Read more
The first article in our section “Planning Your Garden” of our Restore Life to Your Landscape Series – Establish your garden’s foundation and ethos by finding out your “why.”
If you’re new to gardening for ecological function, or maybe even new to gardening completely, it can seem overwhelming at first. From figuring out your soils and local ecology to selecting the right plants to plant, we’ll guide you through the necessary first steps to bring your landscape to life.
Bring your Landscape Back to Life: An introduction to our comprehensive how-to series for restoring ecological function to your landscape while preserving a garden aesthetic.
A continually updated list of the websites we most recommend for learning about native plants, sustainable gardening initiatives and getting your own property registered as a Sustainable Landscape