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Home >Lawn and Garden
Lawn and Garden

Lawn and garden care contributes to the greenhouse gas emissions in our community.  Garden equipment engines emit high levels of carbon monoxide, volatile organic compounds and nitrogen oxides.  And it’s estimated that 17 million gallons of gas are spilled each year refueling lawn and garden equipment - more oil than was spilled by the Exxon Valdez.  In addition, the fertilizers and pesticides we use on our lawns pose a threat to the environment.



9 Ways you can save...
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 #1
Mow lawn to 3-1/2 inches or higher
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#2
Water
once per week

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#3
Reuse kitchen water in the garden
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 #4
Mulch your garden
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#5
Avoid using pesticides
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#6
Plant trees or shrubs
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 #7
Acidify soil
with coffee grounds

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#8
Use organic fertilizer
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#9
Use rain barrels
Ways You Can Save...

Electricity

Heating fuel

Gasoline

Water

Waste

Food

Lawn and Garden

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