Matt’s USGBC Training

February 28, 2009

I just spent all day Friday in my Board Training for the Kentucky Chapter of United States Green Building Council. (USGBC) Wow, what a day.  I am so excited to be… Read More...

Turnips Love English Peas

February 27, 2009

Companion planting allows for plants to benefit from their neighboring plants. For example taller plants can offer shade to neighbors who require less sun. Other companions may attract beneficial insects… Read More...

Rain Garden Overview

February 26, 2009

What is a Rain Garden? A rain garden is a small area in a residential yard or neighborhood designed to temporarily hold and soak in rain water that comes from… Read More...

Composting Overview

February 26, 2009

Benefits of Composting Composting is the most practical and convenient way to handle your yard wastes. It can be easier and cheaper than bagging these wastes or taking them to… Read More...

Rain Barrel Overview

February 26, 2009

What is a Rain Barrel? A rain barrel collects and stores rainwater from rooftops to use later for lawn and garden watering. The water collected in a rain barrel would… Read More...

Intensive Gardening

February 26, 2009

Urban vegetable gardening requires a different approach with soil and space constraints. Intensive gardening allows you to get the most production out of limited space. Virginia Tech’s Extension office has… Read More...

Seeds have arrived at Boone Gardiner!

February 26, 2009

Boone Gardiner exclusively carries Seeds of  Change. We believe that their commitment to biodiversity and sustainable organic agriculture results in better seeds. All seeds are 100% certified organic. Stop by… Read More...

Rain Garden Presentation

February 25, 2009

Thanks for all who came out to the presentation! We look forward to a continued dialogue on rain gardens and other sustainable practices. Read More...

Backyard Birds

February 24, 2009

Natural areas in your backyard provide attractive shelter for birds. If space allows consider piling downed limbs from the recent ice storm in an out-of-the way spot in your yard.… Read More...

How to clean your rain barrel

February 20, 2009

It is almost time to bring the rain barrel out of the garage and start catching water again for the garden!  Before you hook it up to the gutter it… Read More...