Park Hill House
Park Hill House
Named one of the American Planning Association’s “10 Great Neighborhoods in America” in 2008, Park Hill has “a memorable character,” as the APA puts it, features of which include a strong community feel, a varied selection of homes, and a spirit of “tolerance and openness towards others.” It’s no surprise, then, why a Park Hill house is often highly coveted.
The Advantages of a Park Hill House
As its name implies, the neighborhood is situated on a hill and its streets are known for being some of the greenest and shadiest in Denver. Many Park Hill houses enjoy the shade of lofty, mature trees and quite a few Park Hill, Denver homes for sale are set back from the road, adding an extra measure of privacy.
Park Hill, in fact, contains the largest concentration of parkways and landscaped medians in the city, a result of its being developed during Mayor Robert Speer’s City Beautiful program in the early 20th century. One of these parkways, the 17th Avenue Parkway, was designed by pioneering landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, who also designed New York City’s Central Park.
Another advantage that investing in a Park Hill house provides is proximity to City Park, which forms the neighborhood’s western border. City Park not only features lakes and green, open spaces, it is also where you’ll find the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, the Gates Planetarium, and the Denver Zoo.
Park Hill is a neighborhood like no other. If you’d like to learn more about the Park Hill, Denver real estate market, please do feel free to contact the real estate professionals at Nostalgic Homes today.


Huge work has been done on the school garden over the last few months. The students have put a lot of work into the design and construction of their garden. Their design includes a greenhouse, raised flower beds and a wildflower garden. The children have helped out in making some recycled flowerbeds from old tyres and they are now situated at the entrance to our school. These old tyres represent teacups and are painted in our club colours. The children in the school play for 4 different clubs (Garryspillane, Galbally, Glenroe and Ballylanders.) We all support Limerick. We have planted native trees as part of National tree week.
We also have a new fairy garden. The children decorated around the fairy gardens. We have a new greenhouse and we have planted potatoes and parsley. We are part of the innocent, grow and seed project. This year we have added some water features to our school garden. We hope to add a sensory bed in September 2022.


Green spaces in urban landscapes bring considerable benefits to people’s physical and mental health as well as to the environment. Trees in urban spaces not only provide recreational spaces and beautify urban landscapes, but also help improve the health of the environment. They filter pollutants and dust from the air, augment the quality of soil and water, prevent soil erosion, bring down temperatures as well as provide a home to a vibrant variety of urban fauna.
Pagdand aims to share these benefits with the citizens of the city of Vadodara, and
in association with the Forest Department of the Government of Gujarat has initiated a tree plantation drive across the city of Vadodara. Various areas of the city were greened under this project. These areas are: Waghodia, Makarpura, Ram Krishna Paramhans Hospital, Maneja, Swati Society (Sama), Manjalpur Complex, Fatehgunj, Chhani& Mukteshwar Mahadev Mandir. Pagdand also established a tree bank in Kamlanagar.
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SHORTSIGHTED: METRO 2020 OMITS COUNTY VISION
By JEFF DURBIN, Missourian staff writer
April 30, 1999
Sinkholes and underground caverns riddle the landscape south of Columbia, where water from upper Bonne Femme Creek drops underground through a swallow hole and passes through the Devil's Icebox.
That geology makes for a vulnerable and unstable landscape.
It's also an unprotected landscape - and so far, a proposed city plan to rein in urban sprawl does not attempt to change that.
State Parks Assistant Director Jim Crabtree worries about possible development in the fragile watershed of Rock Bridge Memorial State Park, home to the federally endangered pink planarian and gray bats.
"Some caves are so sensitive that oil residues washing from roads can affect them," Crabtree said. "If you have a change in chemicals, you can see a living cave go to a dead cave."
The how's and where's of future development in the area will soon fall under Metro 2020, Columbia's draft land-use plan. Metro 2020 goes well beyond the current city limits, encompassing a wide swath reaching nearly from Finger Lakes in the north to beyond Rock Bridge in the south.
The plan incorporates several strategies to combat urban sprawl, encouraging higher-density, "neo-traditional" development and allowing neighborhood commercial centers to locate near residential areas.
From commissioners to local residents, nearly everyone says the plan is a step in the right direction. But opinion diverges after about Chapter Two of the 63-page draft, and one glaring omission draws a chorus of criticism from all sides: Once again, the city and the county are not working together.
"It's the city's turn to reach out to the county and encourage them," said Jeff Barrow, a city planning and zoning commissioner. "The boundaries are arbitrary. There needs to be dialogue, because those two bodies have the final say."
Without county-city collaboration, it will be difficult to achieve what has emerged as a repeated refrain in public discussions: more open space.
Under Metro 2020's transportation plan, narrow, tree-lined Gans Road near Rock Bridge will become an arterial street, and Bonne Femme Church Road and Gans Creek Road will be collector streets, drawing development to the fragile karst area.
"It completely changes the hydrology," said MU geologist Joe Engeln. "They should look at the natural landscape, which says it's not appropriate for development. We do not know where all the caverns are. It becomes an engineering nightmare. Septic tanks or sewers might fail because they're not supported from below."
City planning director John Hancock said that while the area is not set aside under Metro 2020, it receives protection from current zoning regulations.
"When development is proposed, the geology will be taken into account," Hancock said.
Setting aside large parks for an expanded urban area and preserving farmland are also difficult goals because Columbia doesn't have planning authority over county land.
"The plan can't build our park system," planning and zoning commission chairman Jerry Wade said. "We need to see a green space coalition do the same thing in the county as there is in the city. It sure would be nice if the county could do it, and we could integrate it into our map."
Columbia's Greenbelt Coalition would like to designate all metro area creeks as greenbelts, and include common parks in all development, said member Jane Addison.
"Common space which is green adds to the feeling of community," Addison said. "Often the greenbelts are a way of linking parks."
Planning and zoning commissioners hope to hold their final public hearing on the plan May 20.
So far, the county hasn't become involved in the Metro 2020 process; two scheduled presentations of the plan to the County Commission have been postponed. More than a month later, the commission still hasn't been briefed on the plan.
Metro 2020 includes a tool that could get county and city planners to work together: "sketch planning," an informal meeting to sketch out plans for pending annexation land.
"It begins to lay out a sketch for how development will look before you start," said Wade. "It doesn't lock anything into position; it helps to get people at the table to create a common framework. Developments in isolation result in urban sprawl."


James has transformed our yard into a functional and beautiful place where we can sit and enjoy the long summer nights. We have had many people comment on how much they love the design, and we even received an award from the city recognizing the beauty of our front lawn. We really love the design and we can’t say enough about how much we enjoy spending time outside!
-Jason and Heidi
I am thrilled with the lovely Butterfly garden you designed and put together for me this summer! The plants and shrubs look so good together, with the colours complimenting each other beautifully; the butterflies and bees did not disappoint; the flagstone finished this area off so nicely. You took a plain, unattractive area and gave it personality. I look forward to seeing what else we can do next summer.
This year, we turned over the selection of all flowers and plants for our gardens and urns to him, saying “Surprise us!” An excellent array of flowers and plants that have added so much more interest to our gardens. Aside from his creative landscape talents, James is meticulous and conscientious. When he leaves, everything looks great! We couldn’t be happier with his work.
–Mary Lou and Milne
We lost lawn and gardens in our back yard after having a new deck built just before winter. James came to our rescue in the spring, incorporating his considerable knowledge of plants, colour and design to restore and improve. We are extremely pleased with the overall results and consider the small patio he designed and built at the base of the stairs to be a special work of art.
-Adele and Vic
We feel honoured to have James Millar of In My Element oversee our gardens. His insights and suggestions are highly valued.
-Anne & John
We found James to be very creative with his landscaping suggestions. Work was performed on time and most importantly, within his estimate. Everything is flourishing and we could not be happier. We would highly recommend James and hope you will give him an opportunity to beautify your property.
-Mike and Chris
In September of 2013, at the suggestion of friends, we hired James to re-work and improve both our front and rear residential garden areas. We are quite pleased with the results. Not only did James come up with some great design suggestions, but he was able to implement these ideas within a short period of time through his team’s dedication and hard work. We are happy to recommend him.
-Paul and Janet V.


Types of Pools
Freeform Pools typically have flowing, rounded, curved shapes with accent boulders and waterfalls. When designed correctly, Freeform Pools have a natural appearance and look great in a desert landscape.
Geometric Pools can have straight lines and/or symmetrical curves. Geometric designs typically include speciality decking, decorative stone veneers, unique tile. Angular pools have a sophisticated, stylish appearance and are well suited to many home designs, especially a contemporary environment. We find a blend of geometric and freeform style has universal appeal and fits well with many desert landscapes.
Infinity edge, Vanishing edge, Deck level, Perimeter overflow, are all names for a style where water disappears over an edge for a special effect. Spillover edge pools create an illusion that is timeless. Our overflow pools have no messy gutters, surfaces void of floating debris and are easy to operate and maintain. Negative edge pools provide a unique, awe-inspiring appearance with a reflective mirror like surface.
Water Features come in many styles to add interest, beauty and water movement.


A flexible urban green space made for running, cycling, family-focused activities and cultural experiences.
Overton Park spans 342 acres in Midtown Memphis and features a variety of spaces made for high-intensity recreation as well as quiet contemplation and cultural enrichment. The park’s grounds are home to formal gardens, an old-growth forest with trails, a nine-hole golf course, a dog park, two playgrounds, the Memphis Zoo and the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
Overton Park is managed by the nonprofit Overton Park Conservancy, which stewards the multi-use green space for the enjoyment of locals and tourists alike. The group was founded in 2011 and manages daily operations as well as conservation programs to maintain the health of the Old Forest Natural Area, a permanently protected space and one of the only old-growth forests in the urban Southeast.


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Majorette Gardens, a cliched comment I know but definitely an oasis of calm in the madness that is Marrakech. This is Yves St Laurent’s final resting place and a destination of beauty in the dusty modern sector of the city.
The Grey Traveller ventured out of the old city to find this landmark and to begin with felt it had been a mistake. I didn’t like anything I saw of the modern Marrakech and couldn’t find the gardens easily. I’m glad I stuck it out though and asked a few locals who were only too happy to point me in the right direction.
Once inside I forgot the traffic and the dull buildings that edged the gardens as the high walls drown the traffic noise. There is a hint of Africa meets 1920’s in the buildings and around the gardens there is a brilliant bright blue mosaic tiling which makes for great photos. The gardens are easy to navigate and areas are divided into ‘ecosystems’ so there is a garden of desert cacti for example next to palm trees.
Fountains add to the calming spirit of this place, ponds are filled with water lilies and lotus and benches are placed where you can rest and just soak up the tranquility. Majorelle certainly knew what he was doing when creating this little drop of calm and Yves knew a good garden when he saw one. Its not a place that you would spend all day in, just an hour or two as an antidote to the bustle outside!
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P.O. Box 1172
Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
83 Mountain Way Drive
Orem, UT 84058
About KUHNI LANDSCAPING
Karl Kuhni is licensed by the Utah Division of Occupation and Professional Licensing as an Engineering and General Contractor.
Kuhni Landscaping has won numerous Parade of Homes People's Choice Landscape Contractor awards.
Kuhni Landscaping was twice awarded as Trade Contractor of the Year.
Kuhni Landscaping has been in business since 1997.
KUHNI LANDSCAPING prides itself on delivering professional, personalized landscape services unmatched in the industry.
Pride in the property is the key to a well-groomed, beautifully landscaped setting.
We are there from the start of the concept through completion. We are ready to meet the challenge of every project, regardless of size, demanding site conditions and project specifications, with a high level of landscaping capabilities and expertise that ensure each project's success. Every aspect of our clients' needs is addressed with a dedication to professionalism.
1. Close attention to job specification
2. Continuous communication with client, landscape architects and contractors
3. Attentive on-the-job supervision and inspection
4. Adherence to schedule and close coordination with other trades
5. Complete close-out of project -- no loose ends, timely attention to punch-list items
Landscaping is the one thing that ties together all the elements of your property. Your new landscape begins with a vision.
We have the equipment and expertise to carry out your vision, delivering a high-quality product that will add to the value, enjoyment and curb appeal of your property.
Our goal is to formulate a landscape design, within your budget, that will complement your property and grow value for years to come.
As a full-service company, we are able to keep a tight control on cost and maintain high quality. This insures that each project will be completed as professionally, as beautifully, and as cost effectively as possible.
We will meet you budget needs and site requirements.
The difference with KUHNI LANDSCAPING lies within the details--the little things that turn "acceptable" projects into "exceptional" projects.
We pride ourselves in being able to complete the whole job from start to finish so the client does not have to worry about dealing with several contractors.
You can be assured that the people working on your site have been properly trained and will work to provide you with a quality landscape safely and effectively. Our crew leaders have several years' experience in the industry and are prepared to tackle a variety of project types.
The construction crews use only the best equipment and materials available. Each project is individually supervised, maintaining the highest possible quality of workmanship in the industry.
We will design and install an irrigation system to meet your property needs. Our philosophy is that quality is important. This includes quality work and quality parts.
KUHNI LANDSCAPING offers a complete line of top quality commercial irrigation products for installation and repairs. All systems are installed to commercial grade specifications to ensure long-lasting quality. We install quality commercial-grade parts from Hunter, Rainbird, Toro and Weathermastic.
All plant material is individually selected for your landscape by our professionally trained staff.
Plant material installed by KUHNI LANDSCAPING has a free 30-day warranty.
Our expert maintenance team provides a comprehensive program with all the services necessary to keep your property looking its best, rain or shine.
Our landscape maintenance department will work to keep the quality appearance of your property. They are responsible for lawn mowing and edging, planting and weeding, tree and shrub pruning, aeration, sprinkler repairs, and spring/fall clean-ups.
Our aim is to develop and create landscape design to meet your standards. Large or small, we look forward to working with you to obtain this goal.


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2.5 Qt. Find the best white flowers for your garden. Also known as pincushion flowers, Scabiosa is an interesting flower with a pincushion-like center and an outer layer of petals.This summer bloomer can be found most often in shades of blue, white and purple.
'White Swan' has large, daisy-like flowers with slightly drooping, white petals (ray flowers) and large, coppery-orange (often with a green tinge) central cones. Petunias are a lovely flower that is actually related to the potato. Long summer bloom period. Some cultivars have "spooned" petals such as "Pink Whirls". 4 of 10. Get free shipping on qualified Full Sun White Flowering Perennial Perennials or Buy Online Pick Up in Store today in the Outdoors department. Native to eastern North America, black chokeberry is a smallish, suckering shrub that produces clusters of white, small-petaled flowers in May, followed by berries that ripen to black in fall. Flower - Clusters of 6 petal, tubular, white or white/pink fragrant flowers are produced on a separate cylindrical succulent stalk throughout the year. The hardy types usually show a dark blue center in the disc until the yellow pollen is shed. Best known as the flower of God, it has 5 beautiful petals and grows up to 8.5 cm in diameter. Apr 2, 2016 - Tall spiky plants, border plants . Flowers in various shades of purple and white, including clematis, delphinium, wishbone flower, dianthus, daisy, and sweet William, are accented by foliage-focused plants tinged with the same color combination, such as coleus and New Zealand flax.
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A punch of purple flowers could be just what you need. They enjoy well-drained soil and plenty of sunshine. These pretty white flowers work in a variety of garden and landscape settings.
One of the most special features of purple perennials is their color. Their colors vary from pink, dark red, green, and white, to purple.
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you can also travel through time at King Johns House -
and in the secluded gardens see an amazing memorial terracotta army of War Horses -
In the near surround there are a number of gardens of note -
The Sir Harold Hillier Gardens is a 72 hectare arboretum with over 42,000 trees and shrubs notably a collection of oaks, camellia, magnolia and rhododendron.
Mottisfont Abbey Gardens are set in the delightful Test Valley, where the River Test, famous for its trout which can be seen in large numbers in its clear waters. Mottisfont Abbey is famous for its rose gardens set within a walled garden, with lovely lavender walks and colourful herbaceous gardens and a small lavender parterre close to the Abbey.The historic Abbey is also open with many superb rooms, furniture and decorations.
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Some gardens are made for planting, others should be left as natural as possible - Houghton Lodge is one such garden. Wonderful walks through fields, woodland and along the picturesque River Test. Houghton also has a hydroponicum, in which plants are grown without soil, and a wonderful orchid collection with many rare varieties.
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The question now is - are we to have a late 'Indian' summer or is this the onset of autumn?


Garden paths that will adorn any suburban area.
Perhaps everyone would like to have a well-groomed and beautiful yard. Not the last role in the realization of this desire playing the track. Some are simply concrete or stone, other improved land tiles. In recent years, it has become quite popular to use all kinds of stencils. The resulting paths look great.
1. Printed concrete “crushed stone”
Garden path is an important element in any modern landscape design.
2. Manufacturer of garden paths using a special stencil
A simple and economical option to give.
3. A concrete path with imitation stone slabs
The durable walkway can be created from concrete slabs.
4. Sidewalk tile “Kyiv chestnuts”, consisting of segments-polygons
Modern concrete walkway.
5. The most economical option – garden path of concrete
Concrete is the most economical and practical material for decoration of the garden plot.
6. Imitation paving
A special form for creating a garden path made of concrete can be purchased at almost any hardware store.
7. Garden path with natural stone imitation
Currently the garden courtyard of concrete have become one of the most popular choices in landscape design.
8. Garden paths made of stone slabs
Even the simplest garden path can be turned into a work of art.
9. Concrete suburban area
The track, which will appear on the dacha is not just beautiful, but respectable.
10. Simulated road paving
To create a modern garden paths need a solution, stencil, inspiration and free time.
11. Decorative asphalt for landscaping
The imitation of brickwork.
12. Gradually create garden paths
An interesting variant of the arrangement of garden paths, which will appeal to most gardeners.
13. Non-trivial idea of design garden paths
Ideal for those who want to focus guests ‘ attention on the landscape garden design.
14. Cement path
Many gardeners build a strong monolithic concrete paths which perfectly fit into the landscape design of the plot.
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Garden path in the form of a chessboard that can be created from rectangular concrete slabs.
16. Decorated concrete path
This track will look very beautiful and attractive on any country site.
17. Color track in the garden
From materials that are always at hand for any vacationer, it’s easy to make a garden path.
18. Fashionable brick
An imitation brick is a traditional option that will always be in trend.
19. Rubber coating
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Well-kept garden path.


Saving water runoff
When you save water, you can help to reduce pollutant and contaminant runoff into natural lakes, rivers, and streams as well as extend the life of your sewer or septic system if you’re considering a water conservation plan for your house, there are several tips and tricks you can use to reduce your water consumption. Water slowly, or start and stop irrigation, to prevent surface runoff and give water time to penetrate get water right to the roots, by using a watering wand with shutoff for small areas for larger areas, drip or soaker hose under mulch delivers water efficiently right to the roots. Hawai‘i hydrologic cycle a simple water balance • definition • importance • soil hydraulic properties • conceptual models • measurement • modeling definition runoff: • the flow of water over the land surface, in rills, in stream channels, and in rivers soil conservation service (natural resources.
Around 40% of household water is typically used outdoors there are many easy ways to reduce outdoor water use, save money, time and effort, and benefit the natural environment garden design paved areas increase heat radiation and water runoff from the site minimise the use of paving in outdoor areas group plants with similar water needs together. Ars scientists share a common objective: coming up with ways to save water and protect the environment by targeting fertilizer, irrigation water, or other treatments to the specific sections of vineyards, farms, or fields where they are needed. Runoff generation mechanisms, evaluating factors that affect runoff generation mechanisms and developing conceptual models based on understanding the watershed hydrological processes and the cause and effect of conservation practices.
The resulting water from air cons is very similar to rain water, which is produced by evaporation of water from the earth’s surface and later returned to earth when the water vapor forms into clouds that later turns to rain. Jared explains why erosion occurs more slowly when soil is paired with leaf debris or plants check out more videos like this on our channel funsciencedemos. Sewage and fertilizer are major sources of nutrients in runoff both government and individual actions can reduce the nutrient loads.
In a unique effort to address the city's storm-water runoff problem, improve streets, benefit the community, and create jobs, the philadelphia water department (pwd) has opted for green. Surface runoff is water, from rain, snowmelt, or other sources, that flows over the land surface, and is a major component of the water cycle runoff that occurs on surfaces before reaching a. Urban stormwater runoff is identified as a major source in 37% of all waterbodies assessed as impaired in new york state in another 40% of impaired waterbodies, urban stormwater runoff is a contributing source (though not the most significant source. Asaving water means that less runoff water will carry pesticides into waterways and into the air through evaporation busing fewer fossil fuels, such as gasoline for a car, reduces the emission of harmful pollutants into the air. Agricultural runoff is the flow of water that occurs when farm irrigation systems apply more water than the ground can absorb excessive irrigation can affect water quality by causing erosion, transporting nutrients, pesticides, and heavy metals.
Saving water runoff
Water conservation for homeowners, tips for easy ways to conserve water in the home and garden, and water conservation products solutions for sustainable living plant slopes with plants that will retain water and help reduce runoff group plants according to their watering needs. Water conservation conservation garden rain barrel program toilet rebate program water efficiency retrofit incentives runoff pollution and how to prevent it often runoff water carries much of this pollution directly into bodies of water it’s better when the runoff returns to the ground to infiltrate. 5 simple water-saving steps via magazine secrets to a successful garden these 5 tips will help you reduce water usage in your backyard find this pin and more on water runoff ideas by joyce weber water feature - mediterranean landscape by ams landscape design studios, inc.
Water topics when the water in our rivers, lakes, and oceans becomes polluted it can endanger wildlife, make our drinking water unsafe, and threaten the waters where we swim and fish epa research supports efforts under the clean water act and safe drinking water act. Avoiding or mitigating runoff can save millions of gallons of water over the course of a growing season runoff can occur due to overwatering, poor soil and other factors, and in any case is a natural result of irrigation to some degree. Runoff frustrates many homeowners, while the dirt, wood chips, grass clippings, and debris it scours from the yard can pollute public waters so we've got two goals here: divert the water to stop. New jersey stormwater best management practices manual • chapter 5: computing stormwater runoff rates and volumes • february 2004 • page 5-5 modified rational method the modified rational method is a somewhat recent adaptation of the rational method that can be used to.
Waterfence is the perfect solution for companies wanting to cut back on water use, saving money while conserving our planet's most precious natural resource saving the planet, one roof at a time. The purifier brands normally recommend saving of runoff water for reuse such as gardening, cleaning floors, washing clothes/vehicles, etc surely that is the least an eco-conscious person using an ro would do. 10 ways to save water around your house and yard rain barrels are a simple home project designed to catch water runoff from your roof and gutters for later use of course, you can’t use this water for drinking or washing, but it’s an excellent choice for irrigation, especially with a large setup that can contribute enough water after. Water efficient maize for africa (wema) is a public-private partnership providing farmers with the tools needed to harvest in this dry, hostile climate learn more using seed technology to optimize water use.


This weekend I said goodbye to the Vineyard home and garden. The house holds a lot of memories, but it's the garden that holds my heart. Scattered with rocks and shells my mother has collected over the years, and plants and shrubs we bought together on our many trips to the island nurseries, it's hard to survey the yard without thinking of of my mother.
Each time I would visit, my mother would be anxious to take me outside to walk the grounds and tell me what she just planted or moved to the right spot. Since it's still early spring on the Vineyard, the photos don't show the full beauty of the perennials – June is the best month for this garden!
A few years ago my mother planted a camellia plant in the backyard next to the porch/patio. Because it's sheltered from the wind, there would often be blooms nine months of the year. Though deer have stripped most of the flowers on the bottom half, this 8 ft. plant was in full bloom as early as March. I woke Sunday to find a large buck grazing outside the porch, just finishing his camellia breakfast.
I also wanted to plant something at the gravestone, but seeing as we're in a drought, and today was 90º, I was afraid to plant something without being there to water it. There's something sad about plantings that die in a cemetery. Already the soil is struggling with the bulbs I planted last year – you can see some daffodils just about to bloom.
But then, I had another idea...


Planting and maintaining of all trees on the public right-of-way (between sidewalk and curb), on boulevards, and in City of Toledo parks and cemeteries.
Management of the Forestry woodlot in which tree limbs and logs are recycled into landscape mulch that is used in playgrounds in City of Toledo parks, around trees, and landscapes. This mulch is available for sale to the public.
Please call 419-936-2020 to make service requests related to public trees or stump removal.
City of Toledo - Christmas Tree Recycling
City of Toledo live Christmas tree disposal will begin December 26th and end on January 31st.
Drop off locations:
Ravine II Park
Bags and stands on trees should be removed before being disposed of, drop off areas are marked with signage. This service is offered free to Toledo residents.


Maintaining the integrity of the land and the region, Valley West incorporates lakes, streams, open acreage and four miles of walking and bicycling trails into the landscape of the award-winning community. Adding a quaint touch, Valley West’s natural streams are accented by covered bridges characteristic of the region.
The development’s many parks, sport fields and playgrounds foster community togetherness, while a lakeside pavilion serves as an ideal venue for family and neighborhood gatherings.
At the center of the community is the five acre Meyers Lake, offering scenic views and community recreation. On the banks of the lake is the Meyers Lake Pavilion, which provides an ideal setting for family and neighborhood gatherings.
For the active family lifestyle, there are four miles of pedestrian trails looping through the community. A beach volleyball court is available for friendly competition. Parks and playgrounds offer spaces for families and children to run, jump and play.
Valley West’s innovative design and thoughtful inclusion of outdoor recreation amenities earned it distinction in “Building from the Best of the Northern Rockies” by the Sonoran Institute, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting community decisions that respect the land and people of western North America.
©2013 Valley West


[Photo: planting indigenous species on Seneca Nation of Indians land; via Facebook]
Today’s earth-friendly gardeners are exploring xeriscaping, permaculture, open-pollinated seeds and bee-friendly plants. But the earth-friendliest possible gardening acknowledges the smartest master gardener of all, the planet we live on. So it is encouraging to see the Seneca Nation in western New York become the first U.S. tribe to establish a native plant policy.
The proposal was approved unanimously and means that only indigenous plants will be included in any new landscaping on the nation’s public lands. In announcing it, they said:
It has long been recognized that continued planting of non-native species poses a significant threat to ecosystems and causes harm to the environment. The current Seneca Nation Council is committed to restoring, preserving, and maintaining local indigenous plants that are significant to the culture of the Seneca people and that help to maintain the balance of nature.
As colonizers, settlers, and immigrants carried familiar plants to new homes, we upset ecological systems, introduced invasive species and got whacked by the law of unintended consequences. The Seneca Nation of Indians is doing something about it.


It’s almost fall! While we’re enjoying those great fall months before winter sets in, there are a few steps for yard care that can make all the difference in the spring. It’s also a good time to plan for winter projects that may slip by while were holed-up during those colder months. But it’s not bad out today. So grab a pen and something sturdy on which to write. The Steps for Today will be out in the yard.
Now is the time to take a good look at the grass. Are there patchy spots. I know my yard has some. Giving them some seed and fertilizer to work over the winter will help produce a beautiful lawn in the spring.
- Over seeding is best done early in the fall, when the ground is still warm. If over seeding, it’s best to get the seeds into the soil if possible. Raking with a hard tooth rake before and after application will help them make their way to the soil.
- If the ground is really bare, remove any debris and apply a quarter-inch of soil over the seeds.
- Dormant seeding can be done late in fall. But as the name indicates, the seeds will lay dormant until spring.
- Both early and late fall are a great time to apply fertilizer. The heavy fall dew will help break down the fertilizer and feed the seeds.
- If you have seeded, it’s not a good time to apply weed control. The new seedling will most likely need till spring to get a good start.
- If you have a mulching lawn mower, mulching your grass and some leaves will apply a nutrient-rich protective blanking over the lawn during the winter.
- If you’ve got one, it’s time to schedule having your sprinkler system flushed for the winter.
- Late fall is also a good time to service your mower with a cleaning, sharpening and oil change.
All those wonderful leaves. Sure we don’t like raking leaves, but having a few trees in the yard sure is nice. Although winter is the best time to trim trees, it’s often a busy time for tree trimmers. Best to get on the schedule now.
- Examine trees for dead or damaged branches.
- Get on a tree trimmer schedule early. Get several estimates and opinions. Their prices can vary greatly. Be sure to have them look at the smaller trees for signs of stress as well. And be sure to ask for a copy of their insurance. Most will send it with the estimate. And always check the online reviews.
- Check for limbs getting too close to the house. They can tear up roofs, siding, or gutters quickly in a wind storm.
- As mentioned in my last post. Inspect gutters to ensure they’re working properly for the winter months.
Landscaping a water issues can become a real problem during the frigid winter months, when they become ice issues. Landscapers often offer discounts at this time of year for winter work, so now is the time to consider getting on their schedule.
I’m sure I’ve missed a few things. Any suggestions?
As always, thanks for reading and please share with others.
And remember to take the next step…


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Water permeability plays a major role in an any environmental protection plan. Most modern municipal construction projects must meet strict environmental standards with the goal of promoting long term ecological sustainability. This includes preserving historic parts of towns and communities along with creating new leisure and recreational areas.
Simply put, reduced permeability increases surface water which flows into the drainage system. During times of heavy rain, the drainage system becomes overloaded, resulting in water flowing directly into our streams, lakes and oceans.
Rainwater is vital to the ecosystem and as such should return back to the natural cycle of things, rather than unfiltered into the drain. Our environmentally friendly rainwater diversion products help catch water by allowing it to permeate through the surface reducing impact on municipal drainage systems.
ROMEX products actively contribute to the groundwater ecosystem while at the same time increase groundscape strength without comprising function or creativity.


Quiet, tasteful and stylish – new fencing for wine superstore
28 July 2016
When plans went in for a new wine and spirits superstore in a residential area, the council demanded that the design include an acoustic fence to protect the local community from the noise. The client came to us looking for something that would both fit in with the aesthetics of the landscape and match the branding of its business.
Utilising our SlimWall system with integrated AcoustiMax50 panels, we created a solution to fit the planning requirements and please the client. Our unique, patented steel post system meant that the fence could be affixed directly to the existing retaining wall. The slimline design and lightweight construction enabled us to install the wall into the tight space between the kerb and site boundary. We then painted to wall to match the company’s corporate colours.


Making organic fertilizer is simple, costs nothing, and it'll help you grow bigger vegetables, too
We aren't talking about oil here. We're talking about compost, which is about the best thing you can put on your garden soil. It's organic, and it will increase fruit and vegetable yield better than manufactured fertilizer. Here's the best part: it's free.
This magical soil amendment is simply nutrient-rich decayed organic matter. Compost benefits the soil, and the garden plants that grow in it, in several ways. First, it's a natural fertilizer, rich in nitrogen and, in some cases, phosphorus and potassium, which are the building blocks of healthy plants. Second, compost energizes the soil by strengthening the soil food web, which is made of beneficial microscopic bacteria, fungi, earthworms, crickets, and many other life forms that allow plants to thrive. Finally, compost helps retain moisture in the soil. Research from the University of California shows that well-composted soil holds almost twice as much moisture as non-composted clay and sandy soils.
The bottom line? Compost keeps your plants healthy, and healthy plants can better stand up to adverse growing conditions and disease.
How It Works
Composting controls the natural decay of organic matter by providing the right conditions for tiny organisms (mainly bacteria, fungi and protozoa) to break down kitchen, garden and landscape waste in a moist, aerobic (oxygen-demanding) environment. The results are a dark crumbly humus, perfect for blending into garden soil or adding around plants as a mulch.
Compost This, Not That
Just about any organic plant matter can be turned into good compost. Lawn trimmings that haven't been treated with herbicides or pesticides are perfect. So are pine needles, and all of those fallen leaves you rake up each fall. Spent flowers or landscape trimmings are great, too. Most kitchen waste can be composted as well. This includes leftover fruits, vegetables and their peels, coffee grounds (and filters), tea bags, egg shells, and more. All of those can go into a tin that you keep on or under the counter.
Avoid adding meat, bones, fatty foods, and leftover cooking oil to your compost. Don't add human and pet waste, either. Try not to add seeds to your compost, since some seeds can survive the composting process and sprout in your garden.
Composting can be as simple as piling up the materials and occasionally turning it over with a pitchfork to speed the process. If an unsightly pile of lawn clippings and kitchen waste doesn't appeal to you, then build wooden bins to keep the compost materials piled in place. A bin with three chambers allows you to move the composted material down the line as it breaks down, so that you always have a supply of finished compost ready to use. The first bin holds fresh material. As it starts to break down, you move the material to the second bin. Once the process is almost complete, you place it in the third bin.
The fastest way to turn waste materials into finished material are barrels, drums, or commercial compost tumblers that can be rotated on a regular basis to constantly turn the material inside. Barrels and drums with removable lids allow you to easily add organic material and water. Then you close it up and turn it, rolling the bin back and forth on the ground to mix the material inside. Commercial tumblers are the easiest, since they are often mounted on a freestanding frame, which allows the entire container to be easily rotated by hand.
All organic matter breaks down eventually. Your goal is to speed the process along as much as possible. To do that, you need to meet a few conditions. First, the carbon-to-nitrogen ratio of the materials you want to compost needs to be about one part carbon to 30 parts nitrogen. Materials that are rich in carbon include leaves, straw and sawdust. Materials rich in nitrogen are green materials like lawn clippings, kitchen scraps and plant trimmings. Try to add more nitrogen-rich materials to your pile than carbon-rich ones.
Next on the list is moisture. If you don't live in an area with consistent rainfall, add moisture to your pile by occasionally spraying it with a hose. The microbes responsible for breaking down organic matter work best in a moist environment, but stop working in wet conditions – so don't overdo it with the hose. Your compost pile should feel like a wrung-out sponge to the touch.
Finally, your compost needs oxygen. To keep an oxygen-rich environment in the center of your compost, agitate it on a regular basis. If you use a bin, simply work through the pile with a garden fork, scooping from the bottom and depositing on top.
A good rule of thumb is to turn your compost pile every 3 to 5 days. The process of decay releases energy, so you can tell if a pile is healthy when it gives off heat. That means the center of your pile should stay between 100 and 140 degrees. If your compost isn't warm to the touch, it's either too dry or you aren't turning it frequently enough.
Healthy compost doesn't smell bad. If your pile has a strong ammonia odor, that means it doesn't have enough oxygen. Turn it more often and don't add additional water until the pile dries slightly, and the odor goes away.
Know Your Poop
While human and pet waste are to be avoided, livestock droppings and used stall bedding materials like straw or sawdust are the perfect addition to your compost pile. Fresh, or green, manure is too high in nitrogen and can actually burn plants, but manure that has been through the composting process is rich in nitrogen, phosphorus and potash – the three main building blocks of all fertilizer.
Great manure choices include cattle, horses, sheep, goats and rabbit dung. Hog manure can also be used, but it tends to have a stronger odor than other livestock. If you don't own livestock, you can usually get manure and used stall bedding for free if you are willing to load and transport it from local farms.
To use manure in your compost, simply add it to the pile and turn it in with a garden fork. The microbes already in your pile will readily go to work on the new addition. Like all compost, your manure-based product will be ready to use when it no longer resembles rotting vegetables or animal waste. It should look dark brown, crumble to the touch and smell like rich, dark earth.
Use it Right
So, once your compost is ready to use, what do you do with it? For new garden areas, spread 2 to 6 inches of compost over the planting area and work it into the existing topsoil with a garden fork or tiller. Adding compost this way allows your vegetables to build healthy, deep root systems and provides them with all the nutrients they need.
For existing gardens, you can put compost around the plants. Simply add a ½- to 1-inch deep layer of compost around the base of the plant that extends for several inches in circle around the plant. This helps to control weeds and retain moisture that would otherwise be lost to evaporation. The organic nutrients in the compost will slowly work their way down into the soil with each rain or watering, and eventually into the plant's root system.
You can also turn compost into a liquid fertilizer by making compost tea, a nutrient-rich liquid made by steeping finished compost in water. All you need are a couple of 5-gallon buckets, a strainer large enough to cover one of the buckets, a stick and some finished compost.
Start by filling one of the buckets a third of the way full with compost. Next add stored rain water or well water (avoid tap water, which contains chlorine) to fill the bucket an inch or two from the top. Use the stick to stir the compost into the water. Repeat the stirring process once or twice per day for five days.
After five days, pour the mixture through the strainer (even an old pillowcase stretched over the top of the bucket will work) into an empty bucket. Your compost tea is now ready to use. The rich nutrients in the compost have leached into the water, resulting in a liquid fertilizer that's perfect for watering seedlings or existing vegetables. Since the compost is in liquid form, the plants can easily and quickly absorb it through their root system. Some gardeners like to add even more nutrients to their compost tea with additions like sorghum molasses or finely-ground oatmeal.
If you enjoy growing, harvesting, and eating your own fruits and vegetables, the addition of rich compost will pay off in the form of greater yield, healthier plants and better-tasting produce. It only costs a few minutes of work per week, saves money on fertilizer and helps cut down on waste material that might otherwise end up in a landfill. Starting and keeping your own compost pile is a win in every way.
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minute Barcelona – Guell parkApril 20, 2017
In today's video webseries Minute Barcelona, We show you one of the main attractions of the beautiful Barcelona Park Güell.
O Parque Güell outra importante obra de Antoni Gaudí, a park that has several sculptures and works of the artist, with its famous dragon Barcelona, the hanging garden, the three crosses on top of the park with a beautiful view of the city, and his "flyovers", It is a place that has to be in your script, most of the park can be visited for free, But a few years ago of the hanging garden and the dragon began to be paid, input costs 8 euros, which left very angry Barcelona population with the city administration.
The park was built between the years 1900 e 1914, during this period the architect himself lived in the park while the projected.
The Güell Park is the name of who had the idea of building a luxurious park, on the slopes of a mountain, the bourgeois Eusebi Güell, he bought several farms and hired the famous architect Antoni Gaudí to design and design the park.


What To Do When You Want To Care And Landscape Your Lawn
Your house looks more beautiful when you have a manicured lawn, and it also improves the environment. You should think of a few things so you can have a beautiful garden.
Survey to see how much space you have in your lawn. Before starting your lawn project you must know the size of the lawn you will be working on. Come up with a place where you want to put your flowers and decorations and even check which parts receive sunlight and which ones don't. You will be able to identify the issue in your lawn once you have done this.
Plan ahead before starting your lawn project. When you anticipate you will save so much time during execution, and if anything does not go right then you can start over without wasting time. Planning should be applied whether you are handling a small or big project.
If you are conversant with the area you are working on the execution will be easy. When you know the state of your lawn you will be able to choose the best plants and accessories to use at http://lplandscapingservices.com/#!landscaping. Put into consideration the size of your garden when you are buying stuff to put in and out of it. Also have a drawing of how you want the lawn set up, for example where the fountain, deck, and the garden will be. Your garden, as well as the added features like pods, will require being maintained, so it is vital that you have that in mind before installing. Plants need sunlight to thrive but their needs defer, some prefer a lot of the sun while others can do with less. So when you are choosing your plants put that into consideration.
When you want to transform the way your garden looks it is important to make sure you have enough time. It does not matter if you have a small or big garden the bottom line is that you need to have time to take care of your lawn. Most people use fertilizer to plant things like fruits, vegetables, and flower but they think it is not essential for lawns. Using a fertilizer that is meant for gardens will make your flowers and green look so beautiful and health.
Have a sealed and secure deck or fence in your lawn because it adds character to your garden. Repairs will be a constant thing if you don't seal your fence or deck because it gets damaged by water and certain types of termites. Seek for Skippack Landscaping professional help to care and decorate your nursery so that it can be fit for all seasons.


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A GARDEN CITY’S GREEN VEINSsonlt
The Straits Times
Nov 27, 2017
Land-scarce Singapore is one of the few countries in the world to have more than 300km of cycling and jogging paths.
Originally built for recreational purposes, the Park Connector Network (PCN) was conceptualised by Japanese landscape architect Junichi Inada in 1987 when he was working with the National Parks Board (NParks), then known as the Parks and Recreation Department.
When the 10km-long Kallang Park Connector, the first sector to be completed, opened in 1992, Bishan residents began using a 5km stretch linking Bishan Park to Braddell Road as a shortcut to a bus stop along Braddell Road.
This indicated that people were using the PCN for practical purposes, and not just for recreation. This led the Urban Redevelopment Authority to see if the connector, which links major parks around the island, could become a seamless commuting route for cyclists into the city.
Today, this idea has become reality, as many from all over Singapore use it to commute to work. The interlinking network has grown to 330km in 27 years, with plans to expand it to 700km by 2030.
It is possible to make an islandwide round trip along the PCN, but there are stretches that are not yet seamless. The Land Transport Authority and NParks are making it more accessible for cyclists and integrating park connectors with existing facilities such as playgrounds and exercise areas.
But many also flock to the network for its original recreation purpose, and go there to walk, jog, cycle and enjoy the scenery.
One of the prettiest parts of the PCN is the North Eastern Riverine Loop, which connects four parks in Buangkok, Sengkang and Punggol along its 26km path. NParks, which maintains parks and the PCN, refers to the loop as “indisputably one of Singapore’s most scenic park connectors”.
This stretch runs along Sungei Serangoon through Punggol Promenade Riverside Walk, round Punggol Promenade and Punggol Point, and Sungei Punggol.
An impressive feature of the riverine loop is the 4.2km Punggol Waterway, the longest man-made waterway here. It meanders through Punggol town, bringing waterfront living and nature right to the doorsteps of the thousands of Housing Board and condominium residents lucky enough to be living there.
Main photo: ST


||The City of Woodstock's Forestry Inventory
The City of Woodstock's forestry inventory includes 249 Ha. of woodlots/vegetative features which make up 7.8% of the City's land mass. It includes:
- 13,000 Street Trees
- 3,500 Park Trees
- Plus woodlots/SWM ponds & other naturalized areas
Which Trees along the Street belong to the City?
The width of City property (road allowance) varies from street to street. Questions about which trees belong to the City should be directed to the City Arborist (
) @ 519-539-2382 ext. 4201.
What our Forestry Dept. does...
Oversee/Monitor contract work including:
- Respond to over 1000 public forestry inquiries annually for hazard tree assessment and requests for plantings.
- Work with a number of community groups and agencies for forestry related projects.
- Develop, implement and maintain RISK MANAGEMENT program for all trees.
- City staff perform removal, trimming, structural pruning etc. to city trees less than 10” in diameter.
- Trees in trails - Hazard assessment, trims and removals.
- Trimming and removals of most trees greater than 10” in diameter or those requiring heavy equipment i.e. cranes/aerial devices.
- Tree Plantings along new City Streets.
- Tree Plantings in Parks/Naturalization Projects.
- Stump removals.
Recent Forestry Projects:
In 2006 a Municipal Tree Inventory/Assessment was completed focusing on trees identified as hazardous, resulting in:
NOTE: Records show very few power outages during storm events which is a good indication of the effectiveness of our maintenance program.
- Removal of 601 trees
- Trimming of 562 trees
- Grinding of 469 stumps
- Cabling of 40 trees
- Planted 254 street trees in 2007 which does not include plantings with UTRCA (SWM Ponds and Naturalization Projects).
- Arbor Day Program distributed 1000 seedlings to City Schools. Over 20,000 seedlings distributed and 100 trees planted at local schools since 1989.
- 2008 Ceremony at Eastdale Public School on April 25th.
- Staff also Assist in administering Tree Bylaws & Property Standards.
- Manage Line clearance program for Woodstock Hydro.
- 2008-09 we will Develop a Comprehensive Tree Management Plan which will include:
- Invasive Pest Plan i.e.. Predicted EAB which is now in London and Norfolk County which will likely affect approx. 1,100 Ash Trees at a cost of $1.1 million (does not include woodlots)
- A Tree Maintenance & Plantings plan for replacement of trees in older areas of City and in new subdivisions
- Hope to hire forestry students to do maintenance work on younger City Trees planted over the last 10 years and to monitor for EAB /ALB
Questions about your trees?
Inquires should be directed to
(City Arborist) at 519-539-2382, ext. 4201.


Friday, March 2, 2012
THE LILACS ARE IN BLOOM!
With more than 400 plants featuring 250 different types, Descanso Gardens’ Lilac Garden blossoms into life in spring. From mid-March to the end of April (all depending on nature, of course!), the lilacs put on spectacular showcase of blooms.
Descanso Gardens in La Canada, CA is one of the most inspiring places for me. I love strolling through the gardens, enjoying the beauty and photographing the landscape, flowers and ponds there.


Overview & Benefits
Bat Guano is known to enrich the soil due to its high phosphorus content. It is excellent for promoting vigorous fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Its benefits go beyond phosphorous as it also promotes beneficial micro-organisms which give plants a supercharged dramatic improvement. Bat Guano serves as a dynamic all natural organic fertilizer which helps revive/revitalize mineral deficient soils. Its lack of odor makes it a suitable fertilizer for both general outdoor and indoor usage. Use it as a soil additive or liquid tea and discover what the Master Gardeners have been using for centuries!
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Deadwooding is the process of removing limbs from a tree that have either died, become infested with pests or developed a disease. Removing these limbs will make your tree healthier by removing a source of food for pests and limiting the spread of disease. It also prevents accidents caused by falling limbs and branches.
Crown lifting raises the lower part of the crown of a tree. Crown lifting allows for the removal of low branches so they do not obstruct pathways or brush against buildings. It is also used to clear a view blocked by large evergreen trees. When crown lifting deciduous trees you do not want to over trim or remove major lower branches. Doing so could result in disease attacking the tree or possible decay.
Tree topping is a tree trimming technique that is used to reduce the size of a tree. Often, this method of tree trimming doesn’t discriminate between which branches should or shouldn’t be cut. As a result, the tree is weakened and susceptible to a host of problems like sunburn, decay, pest infestations, and disease.
Tree topping is rarely an acceptable tree trimming technique and is never a
permanent solution. Because tree topping weakens a tree, its limbs can easily break and cause damage to property. Unfortunately, this tactic is still used despite the lasting damage it causes trees.
Crown reduction is a technique used to reduce height and spread of a tree’s crown and should not be confused with tree topping. This method is an acceptable alternative to tree topping. Crown reduction can help trees by reducing the stress that they are exposed to due to overheavy branches or strong winds. Cuts should be made as small as possible and maintain the framework of the tree to keep it healthy.
Wind sailing is a type of crown reduction that removes branches from a tree to
reduce the amount of stress exerted on it by the wind. It should be done carefully to avoid removing too much of the foliage that the tree uses to feed itself. Most healthy trees have adapted themselves to their environment and do not require windsailing. One of the few times that windsailing may be needed are when interior trees in a stand of trees have been newly exposed to the wind by removal of exterior trees that were sheltering them. Another example of when windsailing might be necessary is if a tree’s root structure has been damaged or reduced. E.g. To counteract the reduction in a tree’s stability caused by trenching through a tree’s root system.


The City of Lancaster is home to a variety of public parks and spaces, including, but not limited to, Long’s Park, Buchanan Park, Musser Park and Sixth Ward Park.
A variety of parks and public spaces are available for the public to use for activities and events. For a list of all parks, public spaces/facilities, please visit the permits page on www.visitlancastercity.com.
The City is committed to providing beautiful green space for our residents and guests to use and explore throughout the year. Guided by the Urban Park, Recreation and Open Space Plan, the City has and is currently renovating a number of parks including Sixth Ward Park, Brandon Park, Rodney and Crystal Parks. The renovations include improvements to the grounds, playgrounds and incorporation of Public Art.
View a map of all the City Parks.


Design Charrette Review
In late September 2022, members of the West LA Commons development team, and representatives from the City of Los Angeles and County of Los Angeles hosted a design charrette focused on future public open space programming at the West LA Farmers’ Market.
The team created an interactive experience for attendees who were asked to select what they would like to see as part of the nearly 120,000 square feet of publicly accessible open space by using color coded dots and Post-its.
The West LA Commons team received critically insightful feedback from the community during this two-hour event. The team looks forward to updating you on how this feedback has been incorporated into the project’s design. Thanks to all who attended!


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Welcome to Central Park
Central Park is home to the largest urban redevelopment in the country. It's practically a city of its own, offering solace and refuge from the busy life of Downtown Denver with the amenities of city life. Residents of Central Park enjoy the serene tree-lined streets, carefully-planned structure of the city, and endless trails for biking, jogging, and walking.
The careful planning and construction of Central Park provides several desirable qualities. Beautiful porches, spacious front yards, parks nearby, variety in architectural styles, and more can all be found in this beautiful thought-out area. Structures and remnants of the old airport are creatively integrated throughout the neighborhood.


Japanese Zen Garden: Its History and Philosophy
Zen rock gardens, which originated from Japan, defy the definition of a “garden” in nearly every conventional sense of the word. It is not a place where you will find rows of lush trees, an ornate gazebo, or a pond filled with beautiful Koi. There is no field of green grass but sand, gravel, and a sparse scattering of moss and nondescript shrubs; nor is there much contrast in colors, as there are no flowers planted on the ground or in cute tiny pots.
A Japanese rock garden, often called a Japanese Zen garden, creates a miniature stylized landscape through the carefully composed arrangement of rocks, water features, moss, pruned trees and bushes, and uses gravel or sand that is raked to represent ripples in the water.
In this article, you will learn how Japanese Zen gardens have come to be and what fundamental philosophy is behind their creation.
To better understand how the Japanese Zen garden evolved, we first need to look back to the 5th century when Chinese Taoism started to make an imprint on Japanese art. According to an ancient Taoist belief, somewhere in the middle of the ocean, there are three or five islands where immortals dwell.
In Japanese literature, this belief manifested itself in the form of a folktale about a fisherman named Urashima Taro, who saved a sea turtle and was sent to one of the immortal islands where he married a princess and became immortal. In the end, he decided to return to his old village, where he suddenly grows old and dies.
A typical Japanese Zen garden from the 5th to 8th century would usually comprise a large pond surrounded by lush trees. In the middle of the pond, one island is floating, or sometimes just a big mountain-like rock, symbolizing the land of unfading youth and eternal life.
In the Heian period (late 8th to 12th century), garden makers began to shift their attention from Chinese Taoism and dedicate their efforts to developing art that would reflect their own culture. And so, a lot of Japanese Zen gardens were arranged in ways that portrayed Japanese natural landscapes, and Buddhism became a prevalent, inspirational force behind their creations.
Although the pond and islands remained the vital part of Japanese Zen gardens during the Heian period, all the other elements were selected and organized in a more painstaking manner. Even the birds in the trees and fish in the pond were considered to be parts of the Japanese Zen garden structure.
This style of Japanese Zen garden both depicts the core of Buddhism as well as the unease of civil wars that raged throughout the country during this period.
During the Muromachi period (14th to 16th century), dry and rocky landscapes were built as part of conventional Japanese Zen gardens. The professional landscapers back then were called “ishitate-so”, which means “monks who arrange rocks”. Since Buddhism was so crucial in the art of gardens in this period, it wasn’t surprising at all that monks were the ones responsible designing and creating Zen gardens.
It actually wasn’t until Muromachi period that the Japanese Zen garden was fully developed, eventually rose to its fame, and continued its legacy up to this day.
Thanks to Zilm for providing some resources for us.


Beijing parks receive 2.44 mln visitors during Labor Day holiday
Average daily visitors of the 11 municipal parks and the Museum of Chinese Gardens and Landscape Architecture reached 800,000 from May 1 to May 4. Some parks reported 40 percent increase year on year.
The Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven Park and Beijing Zoo were reported as the most popular destinations.
BEIJING, May 5 (Xinhua) -- Major parks in Beijing received 2.44 million visitors during the four-day Labor Day holiday, the municipal park administration center said Sunday.
The center said the ongoing blossoming also sparked enthusiasm among residents and tourists, contributing to tourism.
The peak occurred Thursday, with more than 720,000 daily visitors, the center said.


Pair of parks cut ribbons on bond-financed amenities
Travis Farm and North Hill welcome residents
MURPHY (February 7, 2022) Residents are cordially invited to a pair of ribbon-cuttings that will officially unveil improvements to two parks as part of the 2017 Capital Improvement Projects bond program.
Mayor Scott Bradley, members of the City Council, members of the Parks Board, contracting partners, and City staff will participate in the ceremonies on Saturday, Feb. 19 at Travis Farm Park and North Hill Park.
Festivities begin at 9 a.m. at Travis Farm Park, 502 Skyline Drive. The improvements at the park include the addition of a concrete trail along the perimeter of the acreage, suitable for walking, running, and biking. In addition, a small playground was added, catering to young children. A distinctive feature of the playground is a free-standing zipline that provides users the sensation of flight along a sturdy steel frame.
Irrigation, landscaping, and surface leveling were also included in the park’s renovation.
Officials will then travel to North Hill Park, 1302 Rodeo Drive, for a 10 a.m. ribbon-cutting ceremony. Added to North Hill Park as part of the bond program were two side-by-side hardcourt lighted tennis courts with accompanying fencing and netting.
A flushable, single-use, modular restroom has been added to the premises, providing an important convenience to park users. A multi-station exercise facility with a poured-in-place rubberized surface flooring was also included in the park’s upgrades.
Concrete trails, suitable for walking, running, and biking were added along the park’s perimeter, and landscaping enhancements were included as part of the bond program as well.
The two ribbon-cuttings in one morning for these parks are reminiscent of the same format used by officials when ground was broken in October of 2020, although the groundbreakings were in reverse order from the planned ribbon-cuttings on Feb. 19.
Interestingly, the two parks were the sites of community meetings in July 2019, once again on the same day, when comments from area residents were solicited and gathered. The comments and suggestions from residents were used in developing the improvement plans for the parks.
Light refreshments will be served at both ribbon-cuttings. Appropriate health-related precautions are encouraged, and because of the uncertain weather conditions, residents are encouraged to dress in layers.


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I grew up in an agricultural town outside of NYC where the drinking water was polluted. That framed my understanding of clean water as an increasingly rare resource that needed to be protected. So Swale came out of a need to connect with and rely upon New York's waterways and public land in order to better care for it, and by proximity, for each other. Swale has been a tool to advocate for policy change. Since marine common law is different from New York City's public land laws, Swale can pave a pathway to create public food in public space.


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Sunday, June 7, 2015
Memorial Garden is a Spot to Behold
Our garden is beautiful!
Thank you to a dedicated crew who worked this Saturday to
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