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Sustainable Landscaping

Bio-diversity

• Importance of Biodiversity
• Biodiverse gardens
• Variety of plants
• Glue that holds it all

Good Ecology

• Create humus and organic matter
• Landscape the border of your yard
• Brush for wildlife habitat and mulch

Turf

• Use slow-release fertilizer formulations
• Fertilization Frequency
• Figure square footage
• Test the soil
• Mow smart
• Leave clippings on lawn
• Overseed existing lawn
• Water wisely
• Reduce lawn area

Native Plants

• Definition of Native Plants
• Contrast with Non-Native
• Alteratives to traditional choices
• Benefits of Native Plants

Healthy Enviroment

• Importance of healthy environments
• Laying the groundwork
• On-site organic recycling
• Lawn alternatives
• Plant selection - conserving water
• Co-existing with deer
• Restore the balance

Water Conservation

Landscape Construction

• Design
• Runoff Management
• Swales
• Rain Gardens
• Rain Barrels
• Pavers

Home Water Systems

• Septic System
• Wells

Management Pratices

• Leaf Litter
• Run-off Management
• Pet Wastes