Ep. 65 - The Conscious Landscape: Damien Ball on the Soul of Landscape Design

Landscape designer, philosopher, and plant lover Damien Ball discusses everything from whether plants have consciousness to the healing and spiritual aspects of the natural world. He also spoke about how he connects with the energy of natural spaces,  why he believes designing with nature is the highest form of art, and how to create a transformative natural space.   For more on Damien Ball, his landscape design services, plants, and handmade pots, visit: https://www.cityplantsonline.com   For more on Traci Stein, visit: https://www.drtracistein.com/ Episode Chapters:   00:00 Introduction to Damian Ball 02:52 The Healing Power of Nature and Landscape Design 09:55 The Consciousness of Plants and their Interaction with Humans 17:40 What’s Wrong with Your Lawn? The Problem with Monoculture Plantings 28:49 A Philosopher’s Take on Chaos, Complexity, and Emergence in Nature 31:34 The Interconnectedness of All Things 33:11 A Different Framework for Looking at the World 34:06 Damien's Journey: from Commodoties Broker to Plant Whisperer 36:46 Landscape Design as a Pure and Transformative Art Form 50:26 Tapping into the Energy and Spirit of a Place 59:55 Introducing City Plants Online: A New Way to Connect with Nature