Gardening on a Budget

Terri in her garden

Terri, a Princeton resident since 1988, has been gradually converting her yard to native plants instead of grass or non-native plants since retiring 5 years ago. Terri’s approach has been […]

Sustainable Leaf Management

How do I manage my leaves (11 x 8.5 in)

It’s fall and that means one thing… pumpkin spice everything! Also leaves, everywhere. Depending on the size of your yard, number of trees, access to tools and equipment, and time […]

A Commercial Property’s Place in the Ecosystem

The landscapers covered the seed compost sand mixture with straw to keep it moist and protected.

Naturalizing the basin at 1000 Herrontown Road Written by Elana Berk Recently, we’ve been sharing stories of neighbors who have been using their yards to create green infrastructure features like […]

MMMMay: Minimize, Mulch-Mow, and Meadow

mulch mowing

It’s May, and the insects are buzzing, the flowers are budding, and your nose might be running. You may have heard of the “No Mow May” movement, which encourages homeowners […]

Certify Your Yard

Showcase your sustainable yard with these certification programs. River-Friendly Ensure your property is River-Friendly through the Watershed Institute.  Complete their easy survey and meet 75% of the qualifications to be […]

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