10 Eco-Friendly Yard Care Rules
 
Americans are obsessed with lawns. In a perfect world, your grass is vibrant green. There’s nary a weed, and there are certainly no dandelions. It’s lush and neatly edged; yard care consists of trimming to exactly an inch and a half tall.
But in order to achieve this idyllic lawn, you must be willing to shell out either money or time, despite the fact that there are other things you’d likely rather spend your money on and other things you’d like to do with your free time.
And then there are environmental implications associated with yard care. What are they, exactly, and how can we make our backyards more eco-friendly for both our kids and the species that call them home?
Here’s a preview of today’s episode:
[3:40] The relationship between yard care and personal status
[6:30] 5 environmental implications associated with conventional lawn care
[17:40] 10 eco-friendly yard care tips
 
Resources mentioned in today’s episode:

* The American Obsession with Lawns (via Scientific American)
* Lawn irrigation costs calculator

 

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A quick note to my listeners: The podcast sounds different this week. First, there’s a fancy-schmancy jingle. Second, there are not one but two sponsors.
You may find it strange to hear two advertisements on a minimalist podcast (and please know the irony is not lost on me!).
 
Here’s why I took on 2 sponsors this week:

* Successful podcasting is a full-time job (literally). When sponsors support the show, it remains free for you (and I believe you should never have to pay for quality content).
* Ethical and sustainable brands are out there, but big-name retailers drown out the small guys’ messages. As consumers, it’s our collective responsibility to support small, eco-conscious players.

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