Protecting the water that flows into our rivers and lakes.
Every time it rains... a host of bacteria, chemicals, fuels and heavy metals wash off our lawns, driveways, sidewalks and streets, running straight into lakes and rivers via the underground storm sewer system making them hazardous for swimming and aquatic life.
Let's do something about it! But what exactly can individuals do about such a big issue?
It's easy. If everyone does something small it will add up to a big effect and we might just feel more comfortable swimming at the beach and eating the fish we catch. We'll show you how in one of of our local events, workshops, presentations and generally being on-hand to answer your questions when you have them.
Click Here to learn more about how to Soak It Up, Keep it Clean, and Slow it Down.
Let's do something about it! But what exactly can individuals do about such a big issue?
It's easy. If everyone does something small it will add up to a big effect and we might just feel more comfortable swimming at the beach and eating the fish we catch. We'll show you how in one of of our local events, workshops, presentations and generally being on-hand to answer your questions when you have them.
Click Here to learn more about how to Soak It Up, Keep it Clean, and Slow it Down.
Xeriscaping Your Yard: Save Water and Create a Beautiful Garden
Kaitlin Krull
Creating a beautiful garden space at home while remaining conscious of natural resources can seem a daunting task. A recent increase in water shortages coupled with a desire for sustainable gardening have led many homeowners to turn to xeriscaping. Xeriscaped gardens minimise the need for irrigation systems and save water while adding to the home’s curb appeal (something we at Modernize take very seriously). Here are some tips for setting up your own sustainable and attractive xeriscaped garden.
What is xeriscaping?
Xeriscaping is a type of gardening that has gained favour in recent years due to a rising occurrence of droughts and a need/want for gardens requiring little water. Also known as “zeroscaping”, this kind of landscaping reduces the need for external irrigation and supplemental water with the use of xerophytic plants (plants that require less water or that are better at retaining water). Although many homeowners have found xeriscaped gardens to be less attractive than their traditional counterparts in the past, the current trend towards sustainable gardening has led to an affinity for these kinds of gardens and more creative ways of displaying xerophytic plant varieties.
Plan your garden
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Kaitlin Krull
Creating a beautiful garden space at home while remaining conscious of natural resources can seem a daunting task. A recent increase in water shortages coupled with a desire for sustainable gardening have led many homeowners to turn to xeriscaping. Xeriscaped gardens minimise the need for irrigation systems and save water while adding to the home’s curb appeal (something we at Modernize take very seriously). Here are some tips for setting up your own sustainable and attractive xeriscaped garden.
What is xeriscaping?
Xeriscaping is a type of gardening that has gained favour in recent years due to a rising occurrence of droughts and a need/want for gardens requiring little water. Also known as “zeroscaping”, this kind of landscaping reduces the need for external irrigation and supplemental water with the use of xerophytic plants (plants that require less water or that are better at retaining water). Although many homeowners have found xeriscaped gardens to be less attractive than their traditional counterparts in the past, the current trend towards sustainable gardening has led to an affinity for these kinds of gardens and more creative ways of displaying xerophytic plant varieties.
Plan your garden
- When to plant
- Layout
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- Soil
- Plants
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- Maintenance