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Green Landscaping Questions

Can you suggest eco-friendly materials for a sand fence on our beachfront property?

— Cindy Miller Milford, DE

Richard Heller

Answered by Richard Heller

New Rochelle, NY

Greener by Design

March 9, 2010

Which is a more sustainable choice: hardwood mulch or rock?

— Julia Tullahoma, TN

Answered by Aaron Roy Coffeen on March 18, 2010

We have a 400-foot driveway. Can you suggest a permeable or semi-permeable topping? The ground is very sandy and dusty when dry.

— Susan Zona Jacksonville, FL

Answered by Christian Kienapfel | AIA Architect | RA | LEED AP | Dipl.-Ing. Architekt (Germany) on March 18, 2010

What is a good drought-tolerant turf suitable for the Denver, CO area?

— Cameron P Kruger AIA Denver, CO

Answered by Aaron Roy Coffeen on March 15, 2010

Can you suggest eco-friendly materials for a sand fence on our beachfront property?

— Cindy Miller Milford, DE

Answered by Richard Heller on March 9, 2010

I'm interested in planting bamboo, but I am concerned as to how best to limit the bamboo from spreading outside the area I've planted.

— Joel Karns

Answered by Richard Heller on January 25, 2010

Are there any cost-cutting shortcuts for planting a green roof on my urban townhouse?

— Rachel Diamond, Harrisburg, PA

Answered by Mark Schrieber on August 25, 2009

I’d like to know more about on-site wastewater treatment and green roofs in NYC. Can you help?

— Cesar Yoc, New York, NY

Answered by Paul Gleicher on June 12, 2009

We’re trying to figure out what type of wood to use for an outdoor deck. Any advice?

— Melissa Carlson, Boston, MA

Answered by Jim Zack on April 9, 2009

How can I create a permeable pathway for my water-wise garden?

— Stan Brody, Upland, CA

Answered by Richard Heller on March 20, 2009

Is there an eco-friendly way to get rid of the poison ivy and sumac on our property?

— Jacqueline Downing, Maysville, NC

Answered by Richard Heller on March 20, 2009

Should we replace our lawn with artificial turf?

— Jeni Vullings, San Francisco, CA

Answered by Richard Heller on March 20, 2009

Will I be able to find porous concrete to meet my needs?

— Gail, Denver, Colo

Answered by Mick Dalrymple on July 10, 2008

Can you offer landscaping ideas for a small urban backyard?

— Robyn Shaw, Brooklyn, NY

Answered by Susan Wisniewski on May 2, 2008

What's the difference between a green roof and a white roof?

— Angela Corcoran, Brooklyn, NY

Answered by Susan Wisniewski on May 2, 2008

Are there alternatives to cypress and pressure-treated pine for fences?

— Tim Martin, St. Petersburg, FL

Answered by Susan Wisniewski on May 2, 2008

 

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