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An Ecological Transition The sustainable horticulture program at Ganna Walska Lotusland began 25 years ago when innovative staff applied evolving ecological practices. This endeavor began as a necessity when traditional fertilizers were failing to enhance Lotusland’s living collections and many …
Ganna Walska Lotusland: An Evolving Approach to Climate Sustainability Read More »
The Climate Toolkit had the chance to sit down with Jon Wagar, Deputy Executive Director of Duke Farms, a center of the Doris Duke Foundation in New Jersey, and dig deep into their two-pronged approach for climate sustainability. CLIMATE TOOLKIT: Give …
Nature Positive / Carbon Negative: An Interview with Duke Farms Read More »
Below, watch the ninth installment of our free, quarterly Climate Toolkit Webinar Series, in which Andrea DeLong-Amaya of Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, Dr. Sonja Skelly of Cornell Botanic Gardens, and Gabe Tilove and Juliette Olshock of Phipps Conservatory discuss the …
Climate Toolkit Webinar 9: Sustainable Landcare and Ecological Outreach Read More »
Lawns are often maintained with gas equipment and synthetic fertilizers. Four to five tons of carbon are added into the atmosphere for every ton of fertilizer produced. When it rains, fertilizers end up as runoff, polluting local waterways and the …
Lawn Reduction Techniques with Holden Forests & Gardens Read More »
Public institutions bring beauty, history, wildlife and animals to their guests, but they have a responsibility to do so safely. Pesticides are extremely dangerous to human health and the ecosystem. Most non-organic pesticides and fertilizers are fossil fuel-based and they …
Our sixth Climate Toolkit Webinar features Drew Asbury from Hillwood Museum and Gardens, Braley Burke from Phipps Conservatory and Holly Walker from Smithsonian Gardens, who discusses climate-conscious practices for pest management, scouting and communication with employees and volunteers, and biological pest control.
Most non-organic pesticides and fertilizers are fossil fuel-based. These fertilizers pollute waterways, farmlands, and the surrounding local environment. Plus, they require energy to be produced and are a danger to human and animal health. Using integrated pest management, organic farming …
Reducing your Pesticide and Fertilizer Use with Integrated Pest Management Read More »
Biochar– a substance made by burning organic waste like dead plants, leaves, and wood chips – appears to have promise as a climate change mitigating soil enhancer. In fact, its potential is being researched right now at Morton Arboretum by …
It is projected that by 2050, approximately 70 percent of people in the world will live in cities. As our cities and suburban areas develop and grow, we need to protect and increase the number of trees where people live …
An Introduction to the Benefits of Trees at Morton Arboretum Read More »
Reducing carbon emissions in horticulture work starts with switching from fossil-fuel-powered to electric equipment. Not only can investing in electric horticulture equipment minimize costs, but the tools are often lighter and quieter. Many brands have a statement of product sustainability …
Electric Horticulture Equipment: What We’re Using Read More »
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