Tag: #SustainableLiving

blog post, Garden design, gardening

Embracing Nature: Rethinking Weeds for an Environmentally Friendly Garden

This article explores a sustainable, low-maintenance approach to gardening by embracing native wildflowers—often mislabeled as “weeds”—as valuable companions to cultivated groundcovers. Set in the context of a public library garden, the piece reflects on shifting gardening mindsets, overcoming challenges, and creating vibrant outdoor spaces for reading, nature connection, and STEAM learning. It highlights native plants that support pollinators and soil health, offers tips for pairing them with traditional groundcovers, and introduces no-till gardening, Hugelkultur, and the Three Sisters method as ways to foster resilience, beauty, and biodiversity in any garden. Continue reading Embracing Nature: Rethinking Weeds for an Environmentally Friendly Garden

Unknown's avatarPamela Lynne Kemp
blog post, environment

An Earth Day Reflection: How Ordinary People Can Protect a Shared Planet 🌱

Feeling overwhelmed by climate change is common, but significant environmental changes often start with everyday people. From the Love Canal cleanup to the recovery of the ozone layer, local efforts have shown that awareness, belief, and action lead to progress. Earth Day encourages individuals to reflect on the environment and take steps toward sustainability. With simple actions—like community engagement, reducing chemicals, and conserving resources—everyone can contribute to a healthier planet, starting from their own neighborhoods. Continue reading An Earth Day Reflection: How Ordinary People Can Protect a Shared Planet 🌱

Unknown's avatarPamela Lynne Kemp1 Comment