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Brown is the new Green

Brown is the new Green

As summer fades into autumn, the leaves begin to fall and many plants begin to fade. Embrace the natural beauty of the landscape and put your rake and secateurs away!

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Andrea Brennan
Sep 23, 2024
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Conventional landscaping practices have popularized the practice of “if it’s brown, cut it down” in order to keep landscapes looking vibrant, green and tidy for as long as possible. In contrast, ecological landscaping practices recognize the beauty of fall and the important role that fallen leaves and perennial stems play in cycling nutrients and provid…

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