Create a Water-thrifty Landscape

Create a Water-thrifty Landscape

by | Sep 18, 2017 | Water

Create a Water-thrifty Landscape Irrigate only when plants need water. How often you water depends on a number of factors, including soil and vegetation type, whether or not the plants are established, the season, and weather conditions. Homeowners should avoid...
Use Plants Adapted to Local Rainfall Patterns

Use Plants Adapted to Local Rainfall Patterns

by | Sep 18, 2017 | Water

Use Plants Adapted to Local Rainfall Patterns Growing plants adapted to particular site conditions is one of the basic principles of sustainable gardening. Tips include: Preserve as many well-established trees and shrubs as possible. Established vegetation generally...
Limit Exposure to Pesticides

Limit Exposure to Pesticides

by | Sep 18, 2017 | Water

Limit Exposure to Pesticides When most people think of pesticide use, they think of agricultural land. But pesticides are typically applied at much higher rates to residential landscapes than to farms — 20 times higher, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection...
Protect and Restore Vegetated Buffers

Protect and Restore Vegetated Buffers

by | Sep 18, 2017 | Water

Protect and Restore Vegetated Buffers In undisturbed natural areas, waterways and wetlands are typically protected by adjacent vegetation. Grassland, woodland and wetland plant communities naturally infiltrate and cleanse stormwater. Buffers along waterways and...
Create a Rain Garden

Create a Rain Garden

by | Sep 18, 2017 | Water

Create a Rain Garden A rain garden is a strategically located low area where water can soak naturally into the soil.  Rain gardens can be any size or shape and are easily integrated into your overall landscape. Locate and size your rain garden appropriately....