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Save the Planet, One Yard at a Time - Episode 2: Landscapers Creating Non-Toxic Resilient Gardens

Save the Planet, One Yard at a Time - Episode 2: Landscapers Creating Non-Toxic Resilient Gardens

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 In this episode of Changehampton Presents: Save the Planet One Yard at a Time, host Francesca Rheannon speaks with Abby Lawless, designer of the East Hampton Town Hall Pollinator Garden, and Jason LaGarenne, owner of Whitney’s Landscaping. Together, they discuss the evolution, philosophy, and impact of East Hampton’s public pollinator garden and its upcoming expansion into native grassland meadows. This inspiring conversation explores how native plants, ecological landscaping, and community engagement can help combat biodiversity loss and build resilience to climate change—starting in our own backyards.Detailed Show Notes🌿 Segment 1: Designing for Pollinators and PeopleGuests:Abby Lawless, Landscape Designer, Farm Landscape DesignJason LaGarenne, Owner, Whitney's LandscapingHighlights:The East Hampton Town Hall Pollinator Garden was designed with both ecological and aesthetic goals: 4,000 square feet of native-rich planting that welcomes people and wildlife.The design incorporates formal geometry to appeal to traditional tastes while championing native biodiversity.The garden includes about 79% native plants, with the remaining 21% non-native but non-invasive, like Russian sage, chosen for beauty and resilience.Key Quote:“We had two clients: humans and nature.” — Abby LawlessKey Topics:Designing with deer-resistance and low maintenance in mindUsing formal design to increase native plant garden acceptanceWhy it's not “all or nothing” with native plantsKeywords: East Hampton Pollinator Garden, native plant design, sustainable landscaping, deer-resistant plants, low-maintenance gardens, Abby Lawless, Jason LaGarenne🌱 Segment 2: From Static Lawns to Dynamic LandscapesHighlights:Ecological landscaping challenges the outdated “mow-and-blow” model of lawn care.Jason emphasizes “management over maintenance”—creating evolving, healthy ecosystems instead of static yards.Native plant communities are more resilient and better adapted to local climate, reducing the need for chemical inputs.Key Quote:“Maintenance implies something static. Management implies life.” — Jason LaGarenneKey Topics:Building living landscapes rather than static sceneryOvercoming resistance from conventional landscapers and clientsCombatting landscape myths: disease prevention, fertilization, pest controlKeywords: ecological landscaping, organic lawn care, sustainable horticulture, plant community dynamics, lawn alternatives, living landscapes, regenerative design🌾 Segment 3: Grassland Meadows and Climate ResilienceHighlights:A new native grassland meadow is being installed on the East Hampton Town Hall campus as a model of non-toxic, biodiverse land management.The meadow avoids synthetic chemicals like Roundup and uses closed-loop soil regeneration practices.Changehampton provides DIY resources, including plug planting guides and designs for homeowners on a budget.Key Quote:“If it’s not modeled, it can’t be replicated.” — Abby LawlessKey Topics:Pollinator meadows as climate adaptation toolsAffordable native landscaping through plug plantingClosed-loop composting and microbial soil healthConnecting soil health to water quality and human healthKeywords: native grassland meadow, climate change landscaping, closed-loop composting, regenerative gardening, plug plants, meadow installation, non-toxic gardening🐝 Segment 4: Hope in the Garden—Why This Work MattersHighlights:Even small native plantings can become “islands of biodiversity” that support pollinators, birds, and soil life.Changing how we view landscapes—from ornamental to ecological—can shift public behavior and policy.Both guests emphasize the power of joyful experimentation and the importance of modeling success at every scale.Key Quote:“We’re building hope plot by plot.” — Abby LawlessKey Topics:Creating backyard biodiversity oasesInspiration from natural meadows and native ecosystemsThe importance of visible, tangible success storiesFighting climate despair with hands-on actionKeywords: backyard biodiversity, climate hope, native bees, pollinator habitat, ecological education, homeowner landscaping, Changehampton, Save the Planet One Yard at a Time📚 Resources MentionedChangehampton.org: Designs, plant lists, and guides for starting your own pollinator gardenDoug Tallamy’s Bringing Nature HomePerfect Earth Project: Organic landscaping supportPete Oudolf & New Perennial Movement (design inspiration)
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