viva verde

October 17, 2007

how to save water: part 2

Filed under: energy & agua, local interests — admin @ 2:59 pm

being in bright and sunny Southern CA lends itself to yards. probably one of the best things to do is convert your yard to one of 2 things:

1. a yard that supports native plants: and no golf lawns are not indigenous to the area-sorry. celebrate this gorgeous area by showcasing what really grows here…not only do you SAVE big-time on water (you don’t have to even worry about them once established!), but you start to attract beautiful birds and butterflies (seriously i am not a hippie) to your yard. i have to admit, seeing hummingbirds why having my morning cup of joe is pretty nice for a track home in the middle of Irvine!

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these local sources can help you:

Tree of Life Nursery (the best nursery EVER)

Back to Natives Restoration

2. plant food! lawns are great and all, but wouldn’t you rather enjoy the fruits of your labor with your family & friends? growing your food connects you to your home in a way that sitting on the couch can never do.

buy Food Not Lawns (great starter book) from our store!

National Gardening Association

Edible Estates

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a project from edible estates!

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