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We’re pulling our grass in preparation for xeriscaping. Why xeriscape? Because traditional grass lawns require a lot of water 🌧️, and in metro Denver, where I live, we’re projected to face a severe water shortage by 2050. Climate change, drought, and population growth will drive demand beyond our water supply. Other reasons to consider replacing your lawn include avoiding gas-powered mowers, edgers, and weed whackers, eliminating toxic chemicals and herbicides that can seep into the water table, and creating pollinator-friendly spaces. 🦋 🐝 We plan to use a mix of drought-tolerant plants, mulch, and river rock to refresh the yard. If you’re in the Denver area and interested in reducing your impact, there are plenty of resources available: • Colorado WaterWise • Garden In A Box • Denver Water’s Water-Wise Conservation Gardens • Colorado Master Gardener through CSU Extension: Water-Wise Landscaping Additionally, many local water departments offer programs and incentives to help you transition from a traditional manicured lawn to a vibrant, water-saving space. Thoughts? #sustainability #waterconservation 

The important of annual gutter cleaning! If you see grass, weeds, or flowers growing out of your gutters, it’s because they’ve not been cleaned in far too long. When certain types of debris in the gutter, such as soil, mix with the rainwater off your roof, it creates a perfect growth environment that’s just waiting for seeds to be dropped or blown into it. 📞 02039875079 📩 sam@samsgutters.net #londonguttercleaning #londonservices #guttercleaning #gutterrepairs #propertymaintenance #freequotations

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With the last month being so dry I want to remind everyone, especially foragers, that trees need to be watered weekly, especially those trees under 5 years old. As foragers, we take an active nurturing role in the lives of the trees we harvest from. That's being a good friend. These hackberries, Kentucky Coffee trees, serviceberries, and hickories will repay you and your family for generations to come. The ROI is massive. Here are three ways you can add boulevard trees to your watering routine: 💧 Option 1: Fill a tree watering bag, if you live near a tree that has one. Fill the bag once a week. When it's one-quarter full, pull up on the bag handles to straighten it. Bags hold 20 gallons of water and take about five minutes to fill. 💧 Use a five-gallon bucket to slowly pour water around the base of a tree. Do this four times for 20 gallons once a week. 💧 Option 3: Run a garden hose on a slow trickle, placed at least six inches from the tree trunk. Let it run for an hour each week. Additional tips: 🌜 If you can, water in the evening to minimize evaporation; trees also tend to take in more water during the night. ⏱ Track tree watering by doing it on your weekly trash pick-up day. Our urban forest truly appreciates the help! #urbanforaging #urbanforest #reciprocalconservation #foraging

DO YOU KNOW YOUR SHED? HINKSON WATERSHED Size: 29,600 Acres / Notable roadway: Mexico Gravel Road and Forum Boulevard Point of interest: Stephens Lake Park, MKT Extension, 3M Flat Branch Hinkson Wetlands, Twin Lakes Recreation Area, Shepard Boulevard Elementary, Christian Chapel Academy. What you can do to protect your watershed: REDUCE ROOFTOP RUNOFF: Excess runoff can cause flooding and stream bank erosion during rainstorms. Minimize runoff by redirecting downspouts into vegetated areas, installing rain barrels or planting a rain garden. Use the stored water for your garden and other landscaping. MINIMIZE FERTILIZER: Nutrients from fertilizer runoff can lead to excess plant and algae growth in waterways. Have your soil tested to determine fertilizer needs and only apply the recommended amount of each nutrient. Learn more about our watersheds by using Interactive Watershed Maps for Boone County and Columbia, Missouri view your Major, Secondary and Immediate Watersheds. See where your rainwater goes… and who it impacts! @ www.como.gov/watersheds Think differently. Think sustainably. Think #comowatersheds.

🌲 Reforestation after a wildfire may seem like its just a matter planting seeds or saplings but it's far more involved. An entire ecosystem has to be rebuilt along with it, and that takes an entire supply chain also. Complex problems require holistic solutions and Mast Reforestation has started to tackle this with a vertically-integrated platform. You can read more about the work they are doing in this great NYT piece ➡ https://lnkd.in/eYvQQc-S

DO YOU KNOW YOUR SHED? HINKSON WATERSHED Size: 29,600 Acres / Notable roadway: Mexico Gravel Road and Forum Boulevard Point of interest: Stephens Lake Park, MKT Extension, 3M Flat Branch Hinkson Wetlands, Twin Lakes Recreation Area, Shepard Boulevard Elementary, Christian Chapel Academy, What you can do to protect your watershed: REDUCE ROOFTOP RUNOFF: Excess runoff can cause flooding and stream bank erosion during rainstorms. Minimize runoff by redirecting downspouts into vegetated areas, installing rain barrels or planting a rain garden. Use the stored water for your garden and other landscaping. MINIMIZE FERTILIZER: Nutrients from fertilizer runoff can lead to excess plant and algae growth in waterways. Have your soil tested to determine fertilizer needs and only apply the recommended amount of each nutrient. Learn more about our watersheds by using Interactive Watershed Maps for Boone County and Columbia, Missouri view your Major, Secondary and Immediate Watersheds. See where your rainwater goes… and who it impacts! @ www.como.gov/watersheds Think differently. Think sustainably. Think #comowatersheds.

With funding support from our partners at the Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District, TWC is getting boots on the ground to investigate soil quality at our Dawson Creek preserve in Hillsboro. While we work with our Indigenous partners and community members to prepare for harvesting, tending, and ceremonial use, we want to get a better understanding of the safety or risk involved with harvest. With guidance from Wisdom of the Elders and Mad Bears, TWC staff has designated two areas at Dawson Creek with solid potential to grow weaving material and First Foods. Since Dawson Creek is surrounded by shopping centers, busy roads, office parks, and an airport, we'll begin by testing the soil for specific heavy metals, petroleum products, and known herbicides. The results will let us know which, if any, remediation steps are needed before the land is ready to support gathering for harvest and craft. PC: Steven Mortinson

"Smells like success. Lawn is only 8 months old and I’ve used Essential- G a few times and it loves it." - Jsoroc ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ One of the many reviews about Essential-G. The soil amendment will reduce compaction, drive deeper root growth, and quicker green-up and recovery for grasses. See for yourself! https://buff.ly/3QrvgZ1 #LawnCare #GreenGrass #LawnCareTips

#DEEP #Connecticut #Foodwaste #Trash #WestHartford #Hartford #Rats #Litter #Sanitation #DPW #Environment #Sustainability #EPA #Reduce #ON #Accra #Zoomlion #Nigeria Connecticut has experienced rat infestations, particularly in urban areas. According to a study by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, the most common rat species in the state is the Norway rat, which is attracted to garbage cans and pet food. Additionally, other rodent species found in Connecticut include the white-footed mouse. To prevent rodent infestations, Connecticut residents can take the following measures: - Proper Waste Management: Store trash in rodent-proof containers and keep garbage cans clean and covered. - Food Storage: Store food in sealed containers and keep pet food in rodent-proof containers. - Seal Entry Points: Seal cracks and crevices around homes and buildings to prevent rat entry. By taking these steps, residents can reduce the attractiveness of their properties to rats, which are drawn to food and shelter provided by trash or garbage cans.