Working with Nature to Create Beautiful and Sustainable Landscapes

The biggest benefit to homeowners is reduced maintenance and resources. Native plants require less water, fertilizer, and care compared to non-native species. Native species can tolerate Ohio’s temperature swings, and landscapes can be designed to offer something new as seasons change from spring to summer to fall. Vast lawns and monocultures are difficult and expensive to maintain. 

Native landscapes attract wildlife, particularly pollinators such as butterflies and bees. Many native plants and animals have evolved together, creating landscapes that flourish and feel alive.  

Ohio’s climate supports many food-bearing plants. Apples, pears, berries, nuts, squash, cucumbers, lettuces, and more. Edible landscapes are not only beautiful, but provide a bounty of delights throughout the year.  

Sustainable landscapes continue to flourish year after year. As they establish themselves, native plants grow stronger and more robust, improving the soil, air, and water around them. Sustainable landscapes are more resilient to pests, weather, and disease.