Rethinking Rain Garden Design
Rain gardens are easy to specify but harder to get right. From infiltration to plant zoning to long-term maintenance, we’re digging into what actually makes these systems perform over time!
The PLUG©
North Creek's weekly blog featuring insights on the Landscape Plug™, gardening tips, design ideas, native plants, and garden ecology!
Designing for Life
The best landscapes aren’t just planted; they’re built to function. Layers, density, and a little room for natural processes can turn even a small space into something that supports real life. It doesn’t take a full redesign to make an impact. Start with one shift. Add a layer. Rethink a space. Let it work a little harder! Earth day is every day.
Designing Managed Meadows
Meadows are having a moment but they’re not a one-size-fits-all solution. When they’re done right, they can outperform traditional landscapes in both function and long-term value. When they’re not, they can miss the mark quickly. We’re taking an honest look at where managed meadows actually work, where they don’t, and what it really takes to make them successful in the field!
Understanding the Survival Tradeoffs
That plant may look ready, but is it actually? Dormant vs. actively growing transplants behave very differently once they hit the landscape. Understanding the tradeoffs can mean the difference between smooth establishment and early-season stress. Take a closer look before you plant!