The Gardens at Heather Farm Sustainable Gardening in Walnut Creek

If you are embracing the fresh spring breezes and are looking for an ongoing display of the beauty that spring bestows upon Contra Costa County, then it’s time to visit The Gardens at Heather Farms in Walnut Creek.

The Gardens have received several accolades. First, the non-profit organization was established in 1972 as a volunteer educational facility with a focus on creating and maintaining a sustainable environment. Their primary mission is “to educate and inspire the community about sustainable gardening and stewardship practices that preserve and protect our environment.”

The Gardens at Heather Farm has a wide variety of environmental education field trips and classroom presentations that can be interweaved into grade school curriculum. The text book teachings are brought to life through interactive presentation and hands-on activities. To access youth programs, click here.

Adult gardening programs are also available. You can learn how to design your garden, how to attract pollinators to your yard and flower arranging. to access the calendar. Click Here

Second, they are a certified wildlife habitat. You have the opportunity to see many different species of wildlife such as river otters and many different waterfowl such as bufflehead and other birds like the white breasted nuthatches. Of the many garden settings one that is worthy of mentioning is the waterfall garden. If you look closely you will see Caddisfly larvae on the rocks bottom which is an important bio-indicator that the water is pollutant free, clean and fast flowing.

Third, they are a certified Contra Costa County Bay Area Green Business. They are associated with many other like minded individuals, and businesses that continually strive to protect, preserve and sustain our environment.

This purpose driven organization is mainly supported through many volunteers and various fundraisers. You can be a garden volunteer or an instructional docent.

Third, they are a certified Contra Costa Bay Area Green Business so they belong to a network of like minded individuals, groups and businesses that share a common goal of continually working towards protecting preserving and sustaining our environment.

The Gardens at Heather farm have over 20 different types of gardens for your viewing pleasure. Probably one of the most spectacular one to view is the Cowden Rose Garden featuring 1000 roses. You can even have a wedding in a gazebo right next to this garden.

The Gardens at Heather Farms are definitely a Contra Costa backroad you should keep plugged into your GPS as you will want to visit the gardens each time the seasons change to get the full scope of what this location offers.

Uplifting Green is a Certified Contra Costa County Green Business

After a few months of making a few minor changes around the house and developing a few new habits, I am proud to announce that Uplifting Green has joined the group of over 300 small to medium sized businesses in Contra Costa County whom are certified as a “Green Business.” Taking the time to understand what this certification represents and how much of an impact each and every one of us has on our local environment has been a humbling experience. It is my personal goal to heighten the awareness of what each of us can do to live a sustainable, eco friendly lifestyle by continually reducing our carbon footprint. The purpose of Uplifting Green is to bring cities, businesses and consumers together through continually providing information about events, green businesses, and the latest news and tips on the “Green Movement.” It is not enough these days to talk about going green it’s time to take action. Together we have the ability to change law, our buying habits, and we can even make good lifestyle changes that will protect our environment for future generations. I encourage those of you that read this blog to leave comments and ask questions. If you are a green certified business and need a fresh marketing angle, this is the place to be. Green businesses have a voice here. My goal is to write reviews, post green advertising, green classifieds and upload green videos. Let’s make a commitment to “uplift” businesses that are taking the initiative to make our world a better place to live.

If you are interested in obtaining the Contra Costa County Green Certification click here.

If you are interested in “Green Marketing”  contact me directly: Diana Dobbie, Uplifting Green 925.513.7241

Build a Wind Generator for $100?

Some people are living their dream and living “Off the Grid” It is possible to strive towards living 100% off the grid with a wind generator and solar panels. If you are a DIY type personality then you need to read on because you can build a wind generator and create renewable energy for your home for around $100. If I could show you a way, would you be interested?

Step by step instructions on how to build a Wind Generator
How to cut fuel costs
How to clean up the environment
How to get IRS refunds

Who knows with the successful installation of your wind generator you might be inclined to start a side business or teach others how to do it themselves. A green business is a good business.

If you want more specific information click on the link below.

Click Here!