Expert landscape design tips, native plant guides, seasonal gardening advice, and inspiration for your Southwest Michigan property.
Schedule a ConsultationWelcome to The Healing Earth Journal — your resource for thoughtful landscape design, native gardening, and ecological stewardship. We share lessons from the field, seasonal to-do lists, plant profiles, and design inspiration to help you create a healthier, more beautiful outdoor space.
Discover the most resilient and beautiful native wildflowers that thrive in our local climate, supporting pollinators and reducing maintenance.
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Learn how to nurture your soil's microbiome through composting, mulching, and cover cropping for a garden that gets better every year.
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From final pruning to protecting tender perennials, here's everything you need to do this autumn to ensure a vibrant spring garden.
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How to design a rain garden that captures runoff, filters pollutants, and creates a stunning focal point in your landscape.
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Small gardens can make a big difference. Learn how connecting native plantings across properties supports bees, butterflies, and birds.
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Explore our favorite techniques for integrating stone pathways that feel organic, guide movement, and complement native plantings.
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