Sustainable Landscapes
A series of articles and resources on practices for a healthy, sustainable ecosystem.
The Environmetal Protection Agency defines sustainability as "meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs."
When it comes to dealing with your yard and garden, there are lots of things you can do to have a sustainable landscape.
- Use organic methods. Learn more by reading What is Organic Gardening?
- Conserve natural resources. Learn how you can reduce the amount of water used in your garden by Planning for Water Shortages.
- Think of your garden as a part of a larger ecosystem. Use Integrated Pest Management methods. Avoid Invasive Plants.
- Study sustainable design models. Learn more in Kath Dang's Report on Permaculture Design Course in Nicaragua.
- Consider incorporating green building techniques, such as green roofs. What is a Green roof?
- Attend a class to learn more.
- Visit the Seattle Tilth Demonstration Gardens to see sustainable garden methods in use.
- Contact the Garden Hotline with questions or for more resources.
