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Eco-friendly Landscaping Tips and Ideas

There are excellent reasons why eco-friendly landscaping continues to grow in popularity- it limits your family's exposure to toxins, saves natural resources, and can keep homeowners money in maintenance costs.

Planning landscaping without pesticides, insecticides, and other chemically based "helpers" can take creativity. However, environmentally friendly design can be affordable and aesthetically pleasing.

Survey Your Site

This step is significant to the success of your landscaping design. You will need to see where the sun hits different areas of your yard, how water drains, wind patterns, and the size of your space. You will also want to consider what space will be used for. For example, if the space will be an area for young children or pets will play, you may not want to plant succulents or cacti- ouch!

Planning Your Design

You will either work with a landscape designer or create your plan to lay out your design pieces. You will want to consider what you already have in place and your budget. Plants may work with your design, or you may have to start from scratch. An expert can help you develop creative touches that work with your budget. You will want to use this information to prioritize your goals. Remember to consider water usage, soil types, insect population, and maintenance concerns. The planning stage is a little more involved for an eco-friendly yard, but it will be worth knowing you are doing your part.

Plant Selection/Preparation

The next step involves shopping for the plants and other materials you will incorporate into your landscape design. Using native plants will reduce the need for pest control and work great with your area's climate. Another essential thing to consider is the size of the tree or bush at full maturity- not just the size when you purchase it! To prepare for plants, plan to use a drip system for irrigation. That will take water directly to the roots and reduce wasted water. A rock garden or hardscape-based design can also be a shallow maintenance choice that still produces a beautiful look.

Planting/Maintenance

When ready to plant, dig holes 12-15 inches to promote optimum growth. Add a 2-4 inch layer of organic mulch to help conserve water use. Set your timer to drip after 9 pm and before 9 am to prevent evaporation. Use compost as fertilizer and mulch for weed prevention.

Less waste, water conservation, and keeping toxins away from your family are just a few reasons why more people than ever are choosing eco-friendly landscaping. With careful planning and design, your landscape will be beautiful and healthy for our environment.

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