Do it yourself: Don’t pay someone else to dig, plant, cut and prune for you. In addition to saving money, the exercise will make your feel better. If working in the yard makes you grown – get over it. [...]
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With water restrictions in many areas, it’s important to think of ways to help your garden use less water. Some simple steps can help you to save a lot of water. [...] I have lived in the Phoenix area for a while now and the thought of having a vegetable garden never entered my mind, never researched it either, just thought it wasn’t possible. We ALWAYS had a garden in the east so why not here. Upon some internet research and information from a friend I found out we actually have the ideal weather for one. [...] As fresh water supplies become increasingly scarce in parts of the world, – and as part of a growing commitment to live greener lifestyles – conscientious Americans are proactively cutting back on the amount of water they use. And while many expected – and have already experienced – the many psychological and emotional benefits of doing their parts to reduce their carbon footprints, they might not have anticipated how much money they’re saving as well. In this article you’ll learn six of the best – and most practical – ways to save water (and money) outside of your home. [...] Grow greener grass on your side of the fence, naturally. Easy steps to get your lawn off drugs, chemical fertilizers, and pesticides. How to feed the soil and care for the grass so weeds won’t flourish and pests stay away. Organic ways to get rid of grubs, ants and other pests. [...] “Green” technologies are getting a lot of press these days. However, a closer look reveals their “brown” side. Truly sustainable and green living really means less technology, not different technology. Learn a few simple things you can do to make a meaningful difference. [...] According to the raw food information once food is heated over a certain temperature the enzymes within those foods are destroyed. Since our bodies only create so many enzymes and they help us in so many ways this is important to our wellness. [...] Recently I cut out pesticide laden food from my diet by eliminating it, or buying its organic variety. When I did this, several things happened to my body that I would like to share. [...] There is so much more to ‘Organics’ than simply the product. If a packet says ‘Organic’ it does not always guarantee the integrity of its contents. If you care about the environment, workers rights, animal welfare, and real quality food, you may need to think carefully about what and where you buy. [...] Water used to be free, pure and clean. Unfortunately that resource is being depleted as the our water supply is being contaminated. We need to learn to conserve our natural resources and protect our environment. [...] Organic gardening offers a lot of benefits to gardeners. This article talks about some of the tips that can be used in organic gardening and the benefits it offers. [...] Writing a garden eBook I have been enjoying writing articles about gardening and thought why not put them together into an eBook so that folks can get them all in one place. The trouble with writing an eBook is not the actual technical stuff like converting to a PDF etc – that’s very easy with Open Office. [...] Researches have estimated that growing a home vegetable garden can reduce a person’s carbon emission by as much as 17%. Here is some advice to get you started on your road to a greener lifestyle and spending less money. [...] In some areas of the country it is mandatory to conserve water in your yard and garden, places like Southern California and some regions hit with severe drought conditions. Let’s take a look at some examples and tips that will save water in your garden and yard. [...] Many harmful chemicals are used to control insect populations, even in home gardens. These chemicals can be harmful to our soil and environment as a whole and can be avoided. Just as we can begin using reusable shopping bags instead of plastic bags, so too can we use environmentally friendly means to keep bugs out of our gardens. [...] |
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