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Natural Garden News from Grounded – September 14
The benefits of planting in fall ; Discover the versatile world of sedges; Goldenrod: the myths and the facts
Read MoreGoldenrod: The Myths and the Facts
Goldenrods face two cases of mistaken identity. Let’s clear up the mess and celebrate a valuable species.
Read MoreSedges for Haliburton, Muskoka and Kawartha Lakes
Sedges don’t get much glory. They’re everywhere in Haliburton, Muskoka and Kawartha Lakes but we seldom notice them. If we do notice them, we often confuse them with grasses. It’s time to shine a light on the genus Carex. Sedge Basics What Sedges Are The Morphology of Sedges Their Habitat and Distribution Their Ecological Importance…
Read MoreLike getting your hands dirty?
And making the world a little better, one plant at a time. Simon Payn here. I’m the owner of Grounded and I’m looking for some help. I have opportunities from as little as one day per year to a five-month summer student placement. Casual gardening folks I plant our gardens in the spring and fall.…
Read MoreNatural Garden News from Grounded – August 31
Inside this edition of Natural Garden News Why naturalistic landscapes are like paintings If you want a Grounded garden… Discover the landscape design of Piet Oudolf How to landscape like nature does New here? Start with these articles Today’s recommended reading Today’s VIP (Very Important Plant) The latest from Lucas House (lots of pictures!) From the socials There are lots of super images in this newsletter – please allow your email software to see them! I hope you enjoy the newsletter!…
Read MoreDiscover the landscape design of Piet Oudolf
Piet Oudolf is a pioneer in naturalistic landscaping. And he’s a big inspiration for us here at Grounded. Here is a book that celebrates him.
Read MoreHow to Landscape Like Nature Does
How does naturalistic landscaping differ from traditional landscaping? The answer: more plants, in layers, and in a community.
Read MoreNatural Garden News from Grounded – August 17
Inside this edition of Natural Garden News What makes a garden If you want a Grounded garden… Native plants for challenging sites The virtuous cycle of joy New here? Start with these articles Today’s recommended reading Today’s VIP (Very Important Plant) The latest from Lucas House, From the socials
Read MoreNative plants for challenging sites
I often get asked to advise on native plants that are suitable for the more challenging sites. Here are some ideas.
Read MoreFinding Joy in Nature and in Native Plants
Why finding the joy in nature is the key to developing interest in native plants. A local gardener is calling for more joy in our Highlands landscapes. Simon Payn, who owns Haliburton-based ecological landscaping company Grounded, says it’s time to ramp up the pleasure we get from our gardens and shorelines. “For so long, the…
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