James O'Malley
An architect by profession, I transformed my backyard into a lush landscape over the past two decades. I love integrating native plants into my designs.
What are effective ways to layer crops in a fall vegetable garden?
As an architect with a keen eye for design, I'm always thinking about how to use space efficiently in my garden. In my backyard, I've created various ...
How can I improve air circulation for my balcony plants?
As an architecture enthusiast, I appreciate the aesthetics of my balcony garden, but I've noticed that some of my plants are becoming leggy and weak, ...
What pest management strategies work best for balcony gardens?
Over the last couple of seasons, I’ve noticed a few pests sneaking into my balcony garden, particularly aphids and spider mites. As someone who values...
How can I improve my native plant selections at local nurseries?
I'm really passionate about integrating native plants into my garden landscape—I believe they not only add beauty but also support local ecosystems. H...
What should I consider when designing a plant layout from nursery selections?
Having spent years designing landscapes, I'm now at the stage where I'm ready to implement a design using plants I've sourced from various nurseries. ...
What are the best methods to monitor pest populations organically?
As an architect turned gardener, I'm very detail-oriented and have a keen eye for monitoring the health of my plants. With my garden's diverse ecosyst...
How can I integrate companion planting with integrated pest management?
I'm located in a temperate region where I've spent the last twenty years meticulously designing my backyard landscape with a focus on native plants. I...
How can I effectively educate myself on the life cycles of garden pests?
As a member of this gardening community, I’ve always believed in the value of knowledge. My interest in permaculture has led me to want to understand ...
How can I identify reputable nurseries for native plants?
I'm particularly passionate about integrating native plants into my landscape designs, but I've struggled to find nurseries that specialize in high-qu...
How can I use lion's mane mushrooms to improve my garden's health?
As someone who has spent years developing my garden with a focus on native plants and sustainability, I’m intrigued by the potential benefits of lion'...
What are the best practices for sourcing sustainable plants from nurseries?
Sustainability in gardening is a principle I hold dear, and as I've transformed my backyard over the past two decades, I've increasingly focused on so...
How do I select the right plants for a permaculture design from a nursery?
As I continually explore the principles of permaculture in my landscape designs, I'm interested in knowing how to effectively choose plants from nurse...
What maintenance practices are essential for lion's mane mushrooms?
Having recently started growing lion's mane mushrooms in my garden, I'm eager to learn about the maintenance practices necessary for keeping them heal...
Are there specific native plants that deter common garden pests?
I’ve spent the last two decades refining my landscape design while integrating native plants into my garden. I’m particularly interested in understand...
How do I integrate lion's mane mushrooms into my permaculture design?
I'm currently redesigning my backyard to enhance biodiversity and sustainability using permaculture principles. I've been focusing on native plants bu...
How can I create a more holistic pest management strategy?
Living in a temperate climate allows for a vibrant garden, which I’ve designed over time to be both beautiful and functional. I've been exploring inte...
What substrate should I use for lion's mane mushrooms in my backyard?
As an architect turned gardener, I’ve been experimenting with growing different types of mushrooms in my backyard. I’ve tried a variety of substrates,...
My garden has an ant problem and I don't want to harm them. Any organic control methods?
My garden has an ant problem and I don't want to harm them. Any organic control methods?...
How do I keep pests away from my compost bin?
How do I keep pests away from my compost bin?...