Landscaping Green

The Sustainable Landscape:

Environment & Energy Friendly Principles

At John Hollowell & Associates we have always built things to last using many natural materials. With the recent movement to build sustainable green landscapes we have new language and studies to support our philosophy. We are excited to continue to research and offer our clients environmentally conscious landscape techniques.

Natural Design, Natural Materials, Native Plants

  Using native plants that thrive with minimal care

  This creates a system structured more like nature.
  Materials use less energy to produce/cultivate

  This style also uses less energy for maintenance

  And it creates a space for wildlife to flourish

Wildflower Meadow
 

Conserving Water, Rain Gardens, Green Roofs

 
  Using gravel for drives & paths allows water to permeate

  Arranging plants to conserve energy (house heating, watering)

  Green roofs are insulating + clean + lessen water in storm sewers
  Rain gardens also filter water through plants and soil

Rock Path &
Permeable Pavers

Reusing Materials

 
  Dividing plants to create more saves energy used to grow + transport

  Obtaining woodchips from local tree removers

  Using manure from a local horse farm saves fuel & is eco friendly

  Broken concrete can be used to form patios and walkways
  Old red brick is a favorite recycled material

Plaza Tree Grates = Fence

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2843 W. WATERS ROAD    ANN ARBOR, MI 48103

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