Conserve Natural Resources
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How to create a bountiful garden with less water and more wildlife habitat.
Even as active gardeners and shapers of the landscape, our stewardship of natural resources can include:
- Use of mulch to reduce the need for irrigation. Improve the soil with compost which increases water retention.
- Use of water saving techniques such as drip irrigation or soaker hoses to minimize runoff and evaporation. Select pervious paving materials such as gravel to permit rainwater to sink in to recharge groundwater.
- Select native perennials, shrubs and trees that will feed and shelter birds and insects.
Master Composter/Soil Builder Program
Seattle residents helping other Seattle residents manage organic wastes for a healthy city! Apply to participate in 2009 now!
Seattle residents helping other Seattle residents manage organic wastes for a healthy city! Apply to participate in 2009 now!
What is a Green roof?
In 2004 Tilth, installed a green roof in our Wallingford demonstration garden. Learn more here!
In 2004 Tilth, installed a green roof in our Wallingford demonstration garden. Learn more here!
Planning for Water Shortages
A few things you can do to help prepare your plants for possible drought conditions.
A few things you can do to help prepare your plants for possible drought conditions.
Report on Permaculture Design Course in Nicaragua
Kathy Dang's report on her 2004 monthlong Permaculture design course in Nicaragua on Ometepe Island.
Kathy Dang's report on her 2004 monthlong Permaculture design course in Nicaragua on Ometepe Island.
Natural Yardcare Nurseries
Retail nurseries and garden centers that responded to a March 2007 survey, which meet the following criteria: 1) Carry products for Natural Yard Care such as natural fertilizers, less toxic pest and weed control products, and smart watering tools; 2) Educate their customers about Natural Yard Care; 3) provide opportunities for staff education on Natural Yard Care; and 4) practice least toxic pest control in their nursery.
Retail nurseries and garden centers that responded to a March 2007 survey, which meet the following criteria: 1) Carry products for Natural Yard Care such as natural fertilizers, less toxic pest and weed control products, and smart watering tools; 2) Educate their customers about Natural Yard Care; 3) provide opportunities for staff education on Natural Yard Care; and 4) practice least toxic pest control in their nursery.