Growing a Natural EnvelopE - green roofs and more

Tres, the owner of Greenbox Homes, a sustainable landscaping company, focuses on extending the "Earthcraft envelope" to the entire property, advocating for sustainable landscaping practices that work in harmony with nature rather than against it.

00:00 Introduction to Sustainable Landscaping and Brightwater Homes' Dilemma

00:27 Sponsor Introduction (TC Clear and Fin Pan)

02:11 Motivation for Sustainable Landscaping

04:54 Introduction of Greenbox Homes and its Mission

05:37 Extending the Earthcraft Envelope Concept to the Property Edge

06:18 Journey into Gardening

08:22 Problems with Current Landscaping Practices

15:33 Misunderstanding Nature's Growth in Landscaping

17:07 Benefits of Sustainable Landscaping

19:39 The Future of Landscaping

20:53 Permaculture Principles Introduction

22:15 Permaculture Principle: Observe and Interact

23:52 Permaculture Principle: Capture Energy and Produce a Yield

25:09 Maximizing Diversity & Designing for Longevity

26:51 Use the Edges

29:20 Discussion on "Weeds" and Valuable Plants

33:19 Specific Plant Replacements for Traditional Landscaping

43:11 Practical Tips: Improve the Environment by Adding Trees (Understory Trees)

47:05 Practical Tips: Consider the Whole Property & Create Zones of Interest

49:57 Practical Tips: Collect Water (Slow It Down, Swales)

52:14 Practical Tips: Follow the Sun (Passive Heating/Cooling with Deciduous Plants)

54:33 Practical Tips: Native First, Edible Second, Aesthetics Third

56:52 Practical Tips: Use What's There (Reclaimed Materials)

58:17 Examples of Using On-Site Materials