We practice Ecological Restoration which is defined as the practice of renewing and restoring degraded, damaged, or destroyed ecosystems and habitats in the environment by active human intervention and action. What’s in it for you? We can help make your dreams for your property a reality using sustainable, low-impact methods backed by science. We can… [Read More]
Ecosystem Stewardship
Whether you have a farm field, forest or coastal property we can help bring nature back to your landscape. Development, storm damage or other related harms can be treated—sometimes with dramatic results. Storm-damaged forests can be transformed from a hazardous eye-sore to something that enhances the aesthetics and value of your property. The possibilities are… [Read More]
Living Shorelines
Understanding Coastal Erosion Coastlines are dynamic ecosystems that transform naturally through the processes of erosion, sediment transport and deposition. Erosion describes sediment movement caused by the forces of water and wind. It’s a natural and necessary process that maintains ecosystems like beaches, salt marshes and estuaries, but also changes your coastal landscape. A Living Shoreline… [Read More]
Landscape Design
We use an integrated ecosystem planning model as the basis of all our designs. This model allows us to consider all the factors that will affect the success of a design and ensures that once complete a project provides many of the beneficial functions of a healthy ecosystem. Ecosystem-based planning lets us take into account… [Read More]
Conservation Land Management Plans
This specialized service can be of great benefit to property owners, businesses, town planners, municipalities, and provincial governments. We develop strategic comprehensive management plans to suit a variety of properties and ecosystem types. Ecological forestry plans can help individuals and communities get the safest use and environmental benefit out of their forested spaces. Living Shoreline… [Read More]
Mentorship, Consulting & Educational Services
We offer many types of consulting services to private property owners, community groups, municipalities and non-profits around the maritimes. We also offer a wide range of educational services for the public, educational institutions, and our clients. Public Presentations Rosmarie Lohnes has become an in-demand speaker and educator at conferences, professional development sessions, community events, and… [Read More]
Realtor Services
A sophisticated landscape can increase the sale value of a home by 5.5–12.7% (Alex X. Niemiera, Department of Horticulture, Virginia Tech.). We provide assessments and consulting for house/driveway siting. Our knowledge can alert you to the potential for construction damage and provide guidance to protect your fragile ecosystems and trees. We can develop a plan… [Read More]
Nature’s Store
Spring and Summer Hours: Monday to Friday 9am–4pm Saturday/Sunday Closed Fall & Winter Call for appointment Nursery Products: Seeds Trees, Shrubs, Annuals, Perennials, Ground Covers, Vegetables, Herbs Abundance Fertilizer (1l and 500ml) Root Rescue Personal Care Lavender Bath Salts Body Scrubs Loofahs Herbal Teas Handmade Wooden Products: Apple Wood Cutting Boards Small Cutting Boards Trivets… [Read More]