by admin | Feb 11, 2025 | Creative Gardening, Gardening, Landscape Design, Plants, Sustainable Practices
Threat of Rain? Am I the only one who sees the irony in weather reports that refer to even a light shower as a “threat”? This past fall, when there were days without rain, reports still described possible rain as a “threat.” Unfortunately, the...
by admin | Dec 3, 2012 | Creative Gardening, Drainage, Landscape Design, Screening, Storm Water Management, Structure, Sustainable Practices
When it comes to doing something myself; either for the adventure of it, as means to create a healthier product or just save some money, I’m interested. Sometimes my efforts and time prove to be worth it in the short and long term. Other times, things have not gone as...
by admin | Jul 15, 2012 | Drainage, Networking, Storm Water Management, Sustainable Practices, Uncategorized
About 25 years ago I was called to provide pricing for a rather extensive drainage project in Bethesda, Md. The homeowner had consulted with an experienced builder and drainage expert who had provided recommendations for keeping existing underground water (springs)...
by Kathleen | Jul 15, 2012 | Drainage, Storm Water Management, Sustainable Practices
OK, it’s going to melt….we hope. This is when the saturation starts along the exterior walls of the foundation. If the gutters have pulled away from the house it’s only going to get worse. I don’t know about you, but my mold allergies keep me...
by admin | Jul 15, 2012 | Rain Barrel, Storm Water Management, Sustainable Practices
Through a series of coincidental meetings (the third being a clear indication for action) I enrolled and was accepted into the Watershed Stewards Academy (WSA). For the next several months I have/will attend evening classes at the Arlington Echo Outdoor Education...
by admin | Jul 15, 2012 | Sustainable Practices
This past snow was exciting, beautiful, and for some, provided much needed time indoors. For others, the snow and subsequent colder temperatures cost much more than they anticipated. Attic spaces that are not properly insulated can allow heat to escape. Melting of...
