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Philadelphia Flower Show, Part 2

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To enjoy the spectacular design of the winning display, see Part 1, Bill Schaffer
For today, no words, just enjoy the experience

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Philadelphia Flower Show

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Today I’m off to see the Philadelphia Flower Show.
While I have many mixed views of the show, mostly relating to sustainability, waste, landfill use, and consumption, I am also thrilled that my best friend, Bill Schaffer, AIFD of Schaffer Designs has won “Best in Show” (yes, I’m aware that’s not the actual name of the [...]

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Searching for Ducks

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With all the snow we’ve been getting here in the Philadelphia area, I was feeling a little cooped up. Fortunately it was warmer and the sun was shining, so off we went to our favorite National Wildlife Refuge in search of some winter ducks.
Well, our first steps onto the path told us immediately that there [...]

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Taking the Plunge

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Well, I’ve gone and done it. I’ve taken the plunge into Facebook, with a brand new fan page for Ecosystem Gardening.
I have put this off for a long time, and you may ask, “Why now?” Well, it seems like as good a time as any, don’t you think?
Plus, some of my favorite writers, those whose [...]

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Welcome to My New Digs

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You may recall that several months ago I changed the name of this site from “Conservation Gardening” to “Ecosystem Gardening” because I felt it better represented what I am trying to express here. Most of you seemed to agree with that change, but until today my web address was still conservationgardening.com.
Through the magic that is [...]

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The Honest Scrap–To Do or Not To Do

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So Lisa Gustavson at Get In The Garden has awarded me the honor of The Honest Scrap Award. I don’t usually do these kinds of things, but we’ll get to that below. To accept this honor, I’ve got to tell you 10 honest things about myself that you wouldn’t know from reading the blog. And [...]

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Christmas Tree Becomes Wildlife Tree

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I meant to write today, really I did. But I was caught up in Holiday preparations and am just now seeing that Helen Yoest has come pretty close to writing the post that I intended to present to you today.
So instead of repeating the fine things Helen has said, why not just head over there [...]

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Happy Solstice

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Today marks the first day of winter and the longest night of the year. I for one, am thrilled that the days will be getting longer. More light is always welcome!
To me this season is a time of quiet and planning; a preparation for the rebirth and regeneration of spring. A time to tend to [...]

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Mystery Hawk to Identify

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This shot was taken from my Philadelphia, PA backyard today. Show off your hawk ID skills by telling us what it is in the comments below.
OK, Ms. Diane Eve, just for you here’s a view from the front side, since you asked so nicely! Still sure?

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Philadelphia Environmental News Examiner

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We interupt our regularly scheduled program to announce that I have a new gig as the Philadelphia Environmental News Examiner. You may find these articles interesting:
Lisa Jackson, EPA chief, opens public health conference in Philadelphia
How to manage stormwater on your property
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