Sarah Reichard has written a splendid book about how to garden in the 21st century. Which tactics, products, practices make sense? Sarah sorts through them for you in her thoughtful new book.
Sarah's conservation ethic is long-standing and strong, which you might expect from an invasive plant expert. She brings her academic background and research into play; in fact it was her students that pushed her to write the chapter on recycling and re-using. But it's Sarah's love of gardening that informs the book, and makes it so readable. She writes expertly on topics from water conservation to pest control, from native plants to co-existing with wildlife.
I interviewed Sarah for a column that'll run in Pacific Northwest magazine in March - but no need to wait to hear Sarah talk about her work. The Northwest Horticultural Society is throwing a launch party for "A Conscientious Gardener"on Thursday, February 17 in NHS Hall at the Center for Urban Horticulture.
The reception and book-signing starts at 6:45, followed by Sarah's lecture at 7:30. Cost is $15; all benefits will go to the Rare Care program at UW Botanic Gardens.
Now I have a name for the type of gardener I am..just in case someone ever asks! :) I teach organic, gardening classes at TCC, (tacoma community college) focusing on native plantings, attracting garden wildlife, water wise gardening, composting, lawn replacement and most importantly...0 use of harmful chemicals in one's lawn and garden...
I will definitely have to get Sarah's book...a kindred "conscientious gardener"!
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