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October 2024: Hello Autumn!
March 2024: Hello, 2024!
Autumn 2023: Happy November, friends!
April 2023: Irrigation Check
February 2023: Hello New Year!
March 2022: Spring is in the air
Green Events
Top 10 Eco-Gardening Hacks. June 3, 6-7:30 pm. Zoom link will be sent after you register. This class will cover the top 10 issues that PNW gardeners face and their simple solutions or “hacks.” We’ll discuss topics such as problem weeds, watering techniques, easy edibles, common bugs and how to make the most of your garden. If you take care of your garden, it will take care of you! To register: Sign up online using the course ID 24652.
Drip Irrigation for the Home Gardener. June 7, 10 am-12 pm. Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands, Seattle. Learn how easy it is to water your garden with resource-efficient drip irrigation! This class will cover basic drip irrigation system design and use; water requirements and how to create zones; parts you’ll need and where to purchase them; tips for installation, scheduling, winterizing and troubleshooting; and soaker hoses and other low-pressure options. Sponsored by Tilth Alliance.
Gardening with the Seasons: Summer. June 12, 7-8:30 pm (online). Summer brings an abundance of growth and blooms…and sometimes garden problems. Managing weeds and irrigation are prime targets for attention at this time of year. Time-saving tips for proactive garden care will help gardeners have more time to enjoy their gardens. Key topics will include care of seasonal containers, watering practices, potential weed and pest problems to be aware of, and specialized pruning practices for the season. Sponsored by UW Botanic Gardens.
In Harmony co-owner Ladd Smith teaches many informative and entertaining classes each year on natural lawn and garden care. Contact us about having Ladd teach a class for your community or group.
Media News
How to choose the right hardscaping material for a solid foundation, featuring In Harmony co-owner Mark Gile, Seattle Times
Pro tips for creating a dream outdoor living space this spring, featuring In Harmony co-owner Mark Gile, Seattle Times
Mid-century garden makeover. Design by Olander Garden Design, installation and aftercare by In Harmony, Garden Gate
Mid-century garden makeover. Design by Olander Garden Design, installation and aftercare by In Harmony, Garden Gate
Eco-friendly gardening hacks to start the year off right, The Herald
King County honors six Bothell and Kenmore businesses for waste prevention, Bothell/Kenmore Reporter
Five myths of sustainability, by Ann Lovejoy, Kitsap Sun
Bothell landscaper a composting guru, Everett Herald
In Harmony-designed rain garden featured in “15 ways to prepare your yard for El Niño,” Sunset
In Harmony-designed rain garden, Sunset Magazine
In Harmony co-owner Mark Gile on choosing a sustainable bank, Entrepreneur Magazine
“The dirt on grass” – In Harmony and natural lawns, Seattle Metropolitan
Don’t let your garden be a time hog, from In Harmony co-owner Ladd Smith, Bothell Reporter
Ann Lovejoy on In Harmony, Clean Air Lawn Care and a sustainable lawn care alternative, Seattle Post-Intelligencer
Ann Lovejoy on In Harmony’s knowledge of dry gardens and sustainable design, Seattle Post-Intelligencer
Tips for natural lawn care, from In Harmony co-owner Ladd Smith, Bothell Reporter
In “Grass Warfare,” co-owner Mark Gile says In Harmony encourages customers to choose organic weed programs, Wall Street Journal
How gardeners can help with problem of disappearing honeybees, by In Harmony co-owner Ladd Smith, Bothell Reporter
In Harmony’s organic-based approach was featured in “Get a greener yard,” Everett Herald
In Harmony’s eco-friendly landscapes for the Street of Dreams featured native and drought-tolerant plants, permeable pavement, and meadow spaces as lawn alternatives. One home was voted “Best Landscaping” and “Best of Show” by professional judges. Read the details:
- Upscale yards blend into nature, Seattle Times
- Landscaping In Harmony with nature, Bothell Reporter
- Heat and warmth add the ambience to outdoor settings, Everett Herald
- Vertical green spaces, Everett Herald
