Real Gardens
While we're on the subject, take a look at these photos of a lawn replacement project by BIlly Goodnick. He says this shot above was taken "looking over a border of roses and breath of heaven. I like the
juxtaposition of wildness and civility. This photo was snapped before
the overseeded wildflowers began to sprout." Those wildflowers will be sprouting up in a field of Carex praegracilis. Can't wait to see the effect.
Posted by
Susan Harris
on July 5, 2010 at 12:23 pm, in the category Real Gardens.
-
By:
Susan Harris
Dec 5, 2013
How does a gardenblogger find something to write about in December? By jumping at the chance to taste-test produce for the USDA, that’s how,...
-
By:
Evelyn Hadden
Dec 4, 2013
Here’s one of my beefs with lawns: where is the mystery? We live within this awe-inspiring natural world, teeming with diverse creatures and plants....
-
By:
Susan Harris
Dec 3, 2013
Seen on the Landscape Architect Network. Click here for the other 9. Also seen at the Landscape Architect Network is this T-shirt. A little sensitive,...
You should check out David Fross’ meadow. He owns Native Son Nursery near Arroyo Grande. He was my native plants professor at Cal Poly.
YUCK
The TROLL
I think that it is beautiful. I can picture me sitting there with a cup of coffee in the morning breeze.
I agree with you Greg! Imagine leaving NATURE to paint the backdrop!! A beautifully manicured lawn is exactly what this organic vista needs – not!
Susan, your sentiments re: “a juxtaposition of wildness and civility” is spot on. Love it!
Dog Island: Dave Fross is a wealth of great plants and designer extraordinaire! I use plants from Native Sons all the time – some will be going into this very meadow in the fall. You’re fortunate to have studied with him.
Stuart: Actually, Susan’s sentiment is a quote from my caption of the original picture, but if she’d said it, I’d agree that her sentiments are “spot on.” Thanks
)