Organic Archives - A Yard & A Half Landscaping Cooperative

Organic Lawn Fixes for Late Summer
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Lawn at Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin, being topdressed with compost. (Photo: SafeLawns.org) Is your lawn looking patchy? Mid-August to mid-September is the optimal time to renovate or establish lawns from...
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"Sustainability" and business
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Picking strawberries at "our" CSA farm I usually listen to Chris Brogan's podcast because he has great stuff to say about being a human doing business with humans. But I...
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What's the definition of "organic" landscaping?
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Every year, we attend trade and garden shows where companies peddle their latest, greatest green wares. There is often someone promoting their "100% certified organic" 4-step lawn service, and...
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Organic Maintenance Checklist
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When do I prune this? How high should I mow my lawn? Can I cut back my perennials after they turn brown? Get answers to these and other basic organic...
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Crabgrass and knotweed and grubs, oh my!
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Mid summer is the true test of your landscape's heath. Are layered planting beds, mulch, and turf thick enough to shade and cool the soil, withstanding drought and out-competing...
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What is "Sustainable" Landscaping?
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In a recent Customer Advisory Board meeting, someone mentioned that "sustainability" has become a meaningless term. If we are to say that we do sustainable landscape design, construction,...
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The Skinny on "Miracle Grass"
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Today's piece on the "New Uber-Grass" on WBUR made me pause at this busy time of year to weigh in on these branded grass blends that promise great results...
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"Isn't it all just dirt?"
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A prospective client gave me the opportunity to help him make sense of the various quotes he received today for lawn installation and bed preparation. He's a smart consumer,...
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NOFA Winter Conference, Jan. 16, 2010
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Join me for Gardening in Small Spaces: Living densely has many benefits, but may come at the price of growing our own food or relaxing outdoors. Yet, we can...
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November Events
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As the landscaping season winds down, there are many opportunities to start dreaming and planning for next year. Imagine a space that will nourish the body and soul, while...
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