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Drought Tolerant Turf Alternative Groundcover

Drought Tolerant Turf Alternative Groundcover

by Julie | Mar 27, 2017 | Backyard Ideas, Homeowner Tips, Lawns

The long drought has certainly been a great reminder to homeowners that droughts are cyclical and although we had a terrific winter rainfall, we are not drought-free in the bay area now or in the future. So what should a concerned lawn owner do? Tired of wasting water...

San Jose Native Garden Landscape Design Frontyard

by Julie Orr | May 17, 2011 | California Native Plants, Front Yard Ideas, Low Maintenance

This garden shows that sustainable landscaping can be accomplished through DIY talent and on a shoe-string budget when working closely with a professional landscape designer. The Craftsman home said goodbye to its water-thirsty lawn and concrete hardscape, and now...

Sheet Mulching for Lawns or Weeds

by Julie Orr | Jul 10, 2010 | Backyard Ideas, Front Yard Ideas, Lawns, Sustainability

Sheet mulching (or Lasagna Composting) is an effective way to not only get rid of pesky weeds (or unused lawns) but it also a great way to build organic matter up in your soil. I like to think about it as the lazy person’s answer to better soil, healthier plants...

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