Beginner's Guide to Stewardship Gardening, Introduction with History
To first understand what a stewardship garden is or why we need one, let's look at gardens throughout history starting from a Biblical persp
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Good Steward Post
Welcome to our blog where we share information about our services and ecological landscaping approach! We will feature articles on koi ponds, waterfalls, and landscaping using native plants.
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Andrew Hedman
Jun 103 min read
Our 5 Favorite Birds Before We Started Gardening for Wildlife
These are our 5 favorite common birds in Chicago we saw in our yard before we started gardening for wildlife.
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Andrew Hedman
Jun 26, 20233 min read
Low Stress and Low Maintenance Drought-Tolerant Gardening with Native Plants
Native plants are the best solution for low maintenance, low stress drought-tolerant gardening!
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Andrew Hedman
Feb 4, 20232 min read
What Does Native Landscaping Look Like?
Native Landscaping uses a much different approach when compared to traditional lawnscapes. Find out how native plants best support wildlife.
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Andrew Hedman
Jan 28, 20232 min read
Native Garden Design: Landscaping for Birds, Butterflies, and More
Learn more about our landscape design process using native plants that benefit birds, butterflies, and more!
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Andrew Hedman
Jan 21, 20232 min read
Storm Water Drainage Solutions with Native Plants
Heavy storms can be catastrophic flooding events for homeowners. Learn how using a native plant rain garden can help manage excess water!
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Andrew Hedman
Jan 13, 20235 min read
Native Wildlife Need Native Plants
Dive in deep and learn why native plants are so important as a food source for native birds!
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Andrew Hedman
Dec 30, 20223 min read
Landscaping with Living Water
Learn more about our water feature services!
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Andrew Hedman
Dec 16, 20222 min read
Practical, Backyard Conservation
The national park system is a great example of conservation; but, is it enough?
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Andrew Hedman
Dec 9, 20222 min read
Stewardship in the Home Landscape
Learn how to practically apply stewardship in your own backyard conservation practices.
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Andrew Hedman
Dec 2, 20222 min read
Meet the Owner
Learn the inspiring story behind Good Steward Ecoscapes!
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Andrew Hedman
Nov 18, 20223 min read
Our Native Landscaping Services
As native plant landscapers specializing in water features such as koi ponds and waterfalls, we offer unique services for our clientele.
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Andrew Hedman
Nov 14, 20222 min read
Native Landscaping with Living Water
Discover what defines the core of who we are at Good Steward Ecoscapes.
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