What is Dry Stone Construction?
Why choose dry stone construction for your property over the more common concrete landscape products? Not only does the aesthetic look of a naturally hand crafted dry stone wall have superiority over the glued squared concrete block, but it also lasts a lifetime. The reason dry stone walls work so well is that there is…
Read MoreAnnouncing the Launch of Our New Online Home
Since the creation of Quiet Nature in 1999, we have worked diligently to provide innovative landscape solutions for home and business owners in Southern Ontario. We’re thrilled to announce another step in that journey, as we officially launch our brand new online home. Over the course of the past few months, we’ve been collaborating with…
Read MoreOpen Ayr Gatherings
Open Ayr is an annual gathering of applied ecological restoration professionals in Ayr ON …The past few years we have been fortunate to have some incredible guest speakers working in the field of ecological restoration come and speak…. We are planning for an fall venue in 2015. If you would like to get involved for this…
Read MoreThe 2015 Grand River Adventure
THE DATE HAS BEEN SET FOR THIS YEAR’S GRAND RIVER ADVENTURE!!! April 26th – May 2 2015 Extending the invitation to the community and paddlers to join us once again…. If you want to help protect and preserve the river with us, stay tuned for more information and GET INVOLVED! Here’s a peak at some great video footage captured…
Read MoreNewly released guide for stopping the spread of Invasive Plants in Ontario
Weeds… a royal pain for anyone with a green thumb that likes to garden. Choking vine plants, crab grass in patio stones, dandelions in your lawn… the list goes on. But did you know some types of weeds are actually harmful and destructive to native plant and animal habitats in Ontario? Learning to recognize and…
Read MoreCTV Features Lawn Alternatives from Quiet Nature
Lawn Alternatives interview with Daine Verneil (CTV’s Province wide) featuring Quiet Nature Landscaping (June 9 2013)
Read MoreWhat is a Natural Swimming Pool?
Imagine a garden pond filled with white and pink water lilies and purple irises and humming with a chorus of frogs and birds. Now imagine swimming in it. Alice Klein and Hannah Hislop take a dip in the world of natural swimming pools for your landscape ( article from http://www.theecologist.org/) Superficially, a natural swimming pool looks like…
Read MoreWhy are trees so important?
THE BENEFITS OF TREES… (from http://landscapeontario.com/benefits-of-trees) Below are some quick facts on the benefits of trees and the equity value of landscaping. Trees improve health Trees improve moods and emotions, and they create feelings of relaxation and well-being. Trees provide privacy and a sense of security. Foliage helps to settle out, trap and hold particulate pollutants…
Read MoreDespite flooding, the Grand River Adventure continues
PRESS RELEASE: For Immediate Release Despite flooding and high water levels, the adventure continues! Waterloo Region, ON, April 2013 In this second edition of “The Grand River Adventure”, Derek Lippert and JP Bartle, experienced paddlers and residents of Ayr ON., are canoeing the entire Grand River in order to raise money for tree planting throughout…
Read MoreDon’t overlook your soil conditions this Spring
Learn how to improve your soil quality for better gardens (from Canadian Gardening) With the milder temperatures finally approaching, it”s time to start thinking about a spring clean up and preparing your beds for optimal growth for the 2013 garden season. One of the most overlooked items for property owners is the condition of their soil.…
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