Brummet's Conscious Blog

-- Quote of the Day --  “Never forget who you are and where you come from,  or you will never arrive at where you want to be.” ~ Mary Medico  -- Choosing The Right Plant --  * Today's article was written by: Todd Wessel - Certified Professional Horticulturist, Landscape Technician and Maryland Pesticide Applicator. He welcomes feedback via: twscapes@gmail.com When it comes to any new landscape planting, especially a small garden, it's crucial to fully understand the conditions your plants will encounter on a daily basis. All plants have specific needs for sun, shade, water etc. but small gardens can exacerbate these needs because of the restricted design of the layout. With limited space for growth, drainage, airflow etc., even small gardens can have micro climates: - increased wind stresses and dries out plants - decreased airflow greatly increasing humidity and disease - drainage problems keeping soil wet an...

-- Quote of the Day --  "Man’s heart away from nature becomes hard. " ~ Standing Bear  -- Nature --  Starting a small garden whether on your windowsill or balcony, a vertical garden on your fence or shed, landscaping along the front steps or starting a back yard garden... bringing nature closer to home is gaining attention - people are really getting into the benefits of having more green near their home or office. Others start indoor gardens with houseplants, herbs and so on. Others still may not have their own property, they don't have a balcony, but they do visit their local parks and trails so they'll volunteer there, clean up litter or help with fundraising events that green their community. Those with a few extra bucks in their pocket can donate trees or support nature related non-profits.  If you scroll through the archives of this blog and of our radio show (see link on the upper right side column of this page) you'l...