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Forget mow and blow; propagating native plants is the new, new thing.
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Including new bipartisan legislation to restore native vegetation. Now that's wild.
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With a short glossary of ecological landscaping terms: exotic, naturalized, invasive, etc.
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Think big, even if your yard is small, to deliver outsized experiences.
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Lawns and rose gardens can become sustainable — financially, environmentally, and ecologically.
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December 2022

Addressing the dilemma of lawn in the ecological landscape
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Plus, teaching the wisdom (and joy) of being wrong and experiments with mosquitoes.
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These London window boxes signal unrealistic expectations and horticultural imperialism.
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Drought-tolerant Santa Fe natives complete this masterpiece inspired by venerable Japanese designs.
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November 2022

Scientists prove we can outsmart ticks without paving over the world.
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These are the 5 tactics I’m personally using to tolerate my yard while it’s in transition.
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Hiring a pro who won’t pollute and even harm your household is harder than you think.
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