American Public Gardens Association’s Post

Time is a blur. I barely know what day of the week between work and home projects. In my life, I depend on phenology - natural cycles - to keep me grounded in the passage of time, be it when the serviceberry buds, the roadside chicory blooms, or the first tree leaves start to turn color. I'm very interested how our speaker for October 8's #AmericanHorticulturalTherapyAssociation webinar uses regenerative gardening in his practice! https://lnkd.in/gstXbGzi

Did you catch Mark’s latest feature in the October issue of Pro Landscaper magazine? In this insightful piece, Mark Straver talks about the importance of tree planting, especially with our increasingly warmer summers. He shares tips on how to choose the right tree for your garden, emphasising the importance of size, placement, and planning. Mark also highlights how trees like the Heptacodium miconioides and Lagerstroemia Natchez can thrive in our extended summers, while also encouraging a more relaxed, wildlife-friendly approach to gardening. Don't miss out on his expert advice and get ready to plant those trees this season! #TreePlanting #ProLandscaper #GardenTips #HortusLoci #MarkStraver #SustainableGardening

Ready to streamline your home and boost its value? 🏡✨ Swipe 👉 to discover how you can elevate your outdoor space with summer gardening tips! 🌿 Whether you're planting vibrant flowers, creating cozy outdoor living areas, or embracing edible gardens, these tips will transform your backyard into a paradise. ☀️ Don't miss out on making your home the envy of the neighborhood this summer! 🌺 #HomeImprovement #SummerGardening #OutdoorLiving

Join Us for the Launch of : The Importance of Pollinators Characters: Sunflower Susie, Chloe Chives Lesson: Discuss the role of pollinators like bees and butterflies in gardening.  Shows how flowers like sunflowers attract pollinators, which are essential for plant reproduction. and Building a Tower Garden Characters: All characters Lesson: Provides a step-by-step guide on how to build a bucket tower garden.  Each character explains a different step in the process, from preparing the buckets to planting and maintaining the garden. Pre Order before the 28th and get a Free T-Shirt or Coffee Mug. https://lnkd.in/grs9ZmsN #booklaunch #bucketbuddies #smartfarms #preorder

Wherever you live, there’s always plenty to do in a summer garden. Usually the most important tasks are left for another time and can pile up and begin to feel overwhelming. Here are 3 quick summer gardening tips from our STIGA Experts that will help you keep up with the challenges the season brings. #STIGAGuides #STIGAExpert #STIGATechnology

Despite the wet weather of October, it is now time to be out in your gardens preparing them for winter. Checking tree ties and stakes, planting bare root roses and clearing fallen leaves are some of the jobs that need to be done to save you time and effort when spring arrives. Our Head Gardener, Andrew Bignall, brings us the November edition of our monthly gardening tips. Click below for further guidance. https://lnkd.in/eJHXYpPS #Nicholsons #November #GardeningTips

The image illustrates the concept of biodiversity in gardening, comparing three different garden designs and their corresponding insect populations. The top garden, with its diverse plant life and natural features, supports a rich variety of insects, including butterflies, bees, and beetles. In contrast, the middle garden, with its manicured lawn and fewer plant species, shows a decline in insect diversity. The bottom garden, with its artificial features and lack of natural elements, supports the least amount of insect life. This visual representation highlights the importance of creating diverse and natural garden spaces to promote biodiversity and support ecosystems.

Fall ecological garden tasks fit into three categories: (1) closing down the growing season, (2) preparing for the cold, dry winter, and (3) preparing for the onset of spring. These practices will ensure a proactive and ecological approach to gardening in the seasons to follow. #EcologicalGardenCCE

Do you see parallels between gardening and therapy? Both thrive on patience and consistent effort. How do you apply these principles in your own practice? Share your perspective in the comments below! #GardeningAndTherapy #PersonalGrowth #Alliance4Healing

As gardeners, we're often taught to deadhead flowers—removing spent blooms to encourage new growth and maintain a tidy appearance. While this practice can result in a certain garden aesthetic and prolong blooming, it's important to reconsider this habit, especially when it comes to native plants. After pollination, flowers have served their purpose and dry up so the plant can focus its energy on developing the seeds that are result of pollination. Leaving these dried, seed-filled flowerheads intact offers significant ecological benefits by supporting songbirds and other seed-eating wildlife. Here’s why you should consider letting nature take its course in your garden: https://hubs.la/Q02NHNfV0 #nativeplants #gardening #nativeflowers #gardenforwildlife