In Episode 166 of The Garden Question Podcast, host Craig McManus interviews landscape architect Preston Montague about creating impactful ecological landscapes.

Preston discusses using plants from diverse regions, the importance of understanding ecosystem relationships, and integrating native plants to enhance ecological function.

He describes his design philosophy rooted in resource savings and creating habitats for birds and pollinators, offering practical tips for garden enthusiasts.

The conversation covers Preston’s background, professional influences, and personal experiences, providing a comprehensive guide to thoughtful and sustainable landscape design.

In this episode Preston Montague talks about how to achieve positive ecological impacts with plants from all over the globe with structural elements that serve animals, insects and people.

It’s not just about native plants.

Understanding the relationships that compose an ecosystem and the keystone species that is important.

Learn how to back into landscape design and avoid the ultimate disappointments in a Static landscape.

Preston Montague is a landscape architect and artist who developed a passion for the natural world while growing up in the rural foothills of Virginia.

Currently, he lives in Durham, North Carolina working on projects that encourage stronger relationships between people and the natural world.