Homeowners
Healthy Yard practices are easy and can save you money. Here we show you the first steps you can take. Stop leaf blowing, reduce the size of your lawn and stop using pesticides, these are all terrific steps in the direction of a more sustainable yard. Don’t forget to check out our menu for even more Healthy Yard practices. Good Luck!
Help butterflies, bees and other insects by planting the right plants. Create areas where pollinators can nest.
Pesticides, herbicides or fertilizers can be toxic for our environment and for us. Healthy yards really don’t need them.
Leaves protect and nurture the soil. Leaf blowing is unhealthy for you and your yard. Don’t blow but mulch or mow!
Artificial light at night is affecting our natural environment. The number of night insects has dramatically declined.
The right plants in the right place will create a healthy and resilient environment. Choose natives if they are available to you.
Around thirty percent of drinking water in this country is used for lawn irrigation. This has become an unsustainable habit.
Gasoline powered equipment is a serious cause of air pollution. Electric equipment affordable and a much better choice.
Let your landscaper know you want a healthier yard. This website guides homeowners and professional landscapers both.