So now our project was a blank slate, down to the soil, mostly, and it was time to plan what would be in the new Park. Those who strive to duplicate the natural environment learn that a woodland (or a rain forest) has multiple layers of plants from the tallest trees up to a hundred […]
Our first step was to remove nearly every plant present in the future Park. Except for 3 black locust, a couple of native maples and a white pine, there were no other worthwhile plants and the vines, bushes, and fallen limbs all needed removal. 1. What could be the structure of this space? 2. What […]
All gardeners in suburban sites and even those inside city limits know that the deer are second only to El Qaeda as a threat. Before PETA comes after us, we’re animal lovers, but reality is there’re too many Bambis for their own good (and our forests and gardens). Deer-vehicle accidents resulted in more than $3.8 […]
This is the story of the birth of Poplar Hill Park, which we believe is a tale that could be duplicated in many other places, to the benefit of your neighborhood, your air, your property values, and your personal satisfaction. In addition to other pages on WayToGarden.net that deal generally […]
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