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In the world of landscaping and commercial development, every plant holds the potential to transform a space, enhance its aesthetic appeal, and contribute to its overall functionality. It's about more than just greenery – it's about creating environments that inspire, engage, and endure. At The Tree Co. Farm, we understand the significance of thoughtful commercial planting. From selecting the right plant to considering environmental factors and long-term maintenance, our approach goes beyond the basics to ensure every plant thrives and makes a lasting impact. Whether it's a vibrant streetscape, a welcoming urban plaza, or a lush corporate campus, we're here to elevate your commercial project with strategic planting solutions that stand the test of time. Let's cultivate spaces that leave a lasting impression. 🌿💼 #CommercialPlanting #Landscaping #EnvironmentDesign

I really enjoy the natural (and obvious) intersection of urbanism and commercial real estate development. Placemaking in the urban setting of course seeks to activate otherwise underutilized spaces, beautify neighborhoods, and / or promote community engagement.   But there are financial and economic benefits to these efforts that shouldn’t be overlooked. Great placemaking, is, in effect, the creation of demand drivers.   Multifamily residents, for example, are likely to appreciate green space, dog runs, elegant landscaping, or a place to spend a quiet moment in nature. Office users, for their part, might be drawn to similar amenities, as well as thoughtfully-designed mixed uses such as restaurants, dry-cleaners, childcare, and the like.   The High Line is an excellent example of placemaking done right. Fifteen years after first opening, this activation of a previously dilapidated elevated rail line on the west side of Manhattan still draws seven million patrons annually. Quite a feat for what could (overly simplistically) be described as a nice urban boardwalk.   This NYT piece centers on the level of care and attention given to the gardens that grace the High Line's 1.5 mile stretch. It's a bit in the weeds(!), but a great read even for the non-horticulturalists among us.   The point from a commercial real estate perspective is: excellent placemaking pays dividends. Even small scale efforts can drive tremendous value and - as the High Line's 15-year success illustrates - have long useful lives.   #placemaking #commercialrealestate #urbanism

🌿 Ever heard about Above Ground Landscaping? If not, you need to… Our cities are full of legacy spaces where digging the ground to plant in deep soil is simply not possible! With above ground landscaping, cities can integrate green spaces like rooftop gardens, green walls, and floating gardens without even digging into streets. 🌳✨ It is an innovative way to green spaces both in a temporary or permanent way without having to spend extensive time and money altering existing urban surfaces. From rooftops to sidewalks, plaza to carpark roofs we are turning concrete jungles into thriving ecosystems. Not only does it add a fresh aesthetic, but they help cool the city, improve air quality, and create community spaces that people love. It’s a clever way to accelerate urban greening! You can find more info on our website: urbancanopee.com.au #FloatingGardens #GreenCities #SustainableLandscaping #UrbanInnovation

Why do companies and organisations still feel the need to spend excessive amounts of time and money on basic ground maintenance. When with a little planning and imagination they can have a stunning space that can serve their staff and wider community.

Roof gardens on new developments are becoming a must-have. Now, these amenity spaces are becoming more sophisticated, with places to socialise, extensive planting and even outdoor cooking. Where greenery is appropriate, designers occasionally look to specify larger plants, mostly this is small trees which can add an interesting dimension to a space, invite wildlife and reduce pollutants in the air. The main challenge here is the requirement for increased soil depth to accommodate large root formations. This episode of the Knowledge is Power Series discusses the three ways to increase planting depth. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dZPwv5fD ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ #RoofGardens #UrbanDevelopment #GreenSpaces #OutdoorLiving #SustainableDesign #AmenitySpaces #PlantingDepth #KnowledgeIsPower

Making a park landscape look natural takes a lot of work. It’s certainly not set and forget.  New York’s Highline takes a team of 10 horticulturalists to care for it. With biodiversity collapsing around us, many new Australian landscapes are focussing on Connection to Country with a renewed interest in biodiversity. In Sydney, two new major projects, Barangaroo Central (by Yerrabingin) and Bradfield Town Centre Park (by Aspect Studios) demonstrate this new design ethos.  These new parks have high biodiversity values, particularly in the dense ground plane planting. Long term caring for Country is going to be critical to the success of these new projects and many others that we are designing and delivering. As landscape architects, we need to highlight to our clients that this ongoing care not only benefits the community, but should be seen as a vital employment opportunity, particularly for first Nations people, and not seen a financial burden. That does beg the question of long term funding beyond capital costs. All too often, limited Local Government budgets drive the desire for a tree in grass planting solution that can be maintained with a ride on mower. This is neither good for biodiversity, aesthetics, or our climate. Empirical evidence shows that proximity to high quality landscape, makes places more desirable to live and improves property values. This is certainly the case with The High Line (see notes in comments section). But in Australia this value capture tends to benefit the developer and not the long term owner – usually a local council.   We need to rethink how we finance long term liveable landscapes that continue to look better every day. Landscapes that generate community social values, pride and ownership, as well as improved health, environmental, climate and biodiversity outcomes. Most importantly we need to ensure that long term caring for Country also brings long term learning benefits and employment opportunities for our First Nation Community. #Biodiversity #landscapearchitecture Project details: This article is focussed on the impressive planting design by Piet Oudolf. It should be noted that The High Line design is a collaboration between James Corner’s Field Operations as the project landscape architect and design lead, along with Diller Scofidio + Renfro, and Piet Oudolf. https://lnkd.in/gMpJy29B The Landscape Architecture Foundation in America has a very good environmental performance evaluation of the High line that can be found here. https://lnkd.in/gUHaSY9P https://lnkd.in/gWbvjFTH

🌿✨ Discovering Hidden Gems: Warsaw University Library Garden 🌍📚 One of Warsaw's most fascinating spots is the rooftop garden of the University of Warsaw Library. This green jewel not only offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city but also represents a perfect balance between modern architecture and nature. Inaugurated in 2002, the garden spans over one hectare and features a variety of plants, walking paths, and small ponds. It is an ideal place for a refreshing break, a peaceful walk, or simply to draw inspiration from the beauty of the urban landscape. Here are some reasons why the rooftop garden has become one of my favorite places in Warsaw: 🌸 Biodiversity: It hosts a wide range of plants and flowers, creating a rich and varied ecosystem. 🌆 Panoramic Views: The view of the city is unparalleled, offering a unique perspective on major landmarks and the Vistula River. 🧘♂️ Relaxation and Inspiration: It is an oasis of tranquility in the heart of the city, perfect for reflecting, reading, or simply enjoying a moment of peace. Moreover, rooftop gardens like this one play a significant role in promoting sustainability in urban areas. Here are some key benefits: 🍃 Improved Air Quality: Plants help filter pollutants and carbon dioxide, producing cleaner air. 💧 Stormwater Management: Green roofs absorb rainwater, reducing runoff and decreasing the risk of flooding. 🌡️ Temperature Regulation: They provide natural insulation, helping to reduce the heat island effect and lowering energy costs for heating and cooling. 🌱 Habitat Creation: They offer habitats for various species of birds, insects, and other wildlife, promoting urban biodiversity. 💚 Enhanced Well-being: Access to green spaces has been shown to improve mental health and overall well-being. The rooftop garden of the University of Warsaw Library is a brilliant example of how urban spaces can be transformed to promote well-being and sustainability. If you are in Warsaw, I highly recommend visiting it! 🌿📖 #Warsaw #RooftopGarden #UniversityOfWarsawLibrary #Architecture #Nature #UrbanWellbeing #Sustainability

🤝 At Beech Holdings we've been shouting about our Ancoats Gardens development since construction began, but it feels great to know our attention to detail and spectacular design hasn't gone unnoticed. 📱 Want to know more about Ancoats Gardens, or read more client testimonials from the last two decades? Send us a DM or click the link in our bio. #AncoatsGardens #LuxuryApartments #PropertyInvestment #PropertyDeveloper

💡 Some really useful content here for all #architects. Alfie Johnston runs you through how to increase planting depth 🌱☘️🪴 Keen to learn more, reach out to the Logic technical team on hello@logic-bespoke.com. #landscapedesign #planters #planting #plants #soil #construction #knowledge #learning #design

🌍💚 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆: 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 We believe that even the smallest step towards conservation can make a big difference. This World Conservation Day, we want to share our commitments and goals for sustainable practices that support the environment. 1. 🌱 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗶𝘁: Every year, we conduct an audit into our workshop and processes to identify areas for improvement in energy efficiency and waste reduction. 2. 🤝 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀: We team up with other eco-friendly businesses and partners to enhance our green initiatives and learn from best practices. 3. 🚛 𝗘𝗰𝗼-𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆: We're constantly refining our delivery methods to shrink our carbon footprint, including exploring carbon-neutral shipping options. 4. ♻️ 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: We are proud to reuse 98% of the waste materials generated from crafting our trellises, significantly reducing our environmental impact. Our goal is simple: by integrating these sustainable practices, we aim to create gardens that are not only beautiful but also environmentally responsible. Discover how our Cedar trellises can support your eco-friendly garden projects: https://cedartrellis.co/ #WorldConservationDay #EcoFriendly #EcoGarden #SustainableGardening #CedarTrellisCo #GreenGardening #GardenTrellis #UKMade #GardenDesign #GardenLandscaping