If you’ve ever been to the UK in early June, you’re likely to remember the lovely, temperate weather, high tea in the garden, and perhaps the presence of beetles on the prowl for a mate. June is known as peak beetle season as many species are looking to reproduce. Stag beetles in … [Read more...] about Help bolster the UK’s beetle populations after a cold and rainy spring
Lawns
This startup is transforming front lawns into neighborhood farms
American households use more than 7 billion gallons of water per day just to tend to their lawns. Some experts estimate that up to 50 percent of that water is wasted due to evaporation, wind, or runoff. But what if we could use those lawn spaces for something more meaningful, … [Read more...] about This startup is transforming front lawns into neighborhood farms
5 New Year’s resolutions for aspiring gardeners
There’s hardly an activity as healthy and rewarding as gardening. Not only does gardening allow you to grow your own food and beautify your yard, it also helps you slow down, live a simpler life, and exercise. If you’re someone who enjoys setting New Year’s resolutions, … [Read more...] about 5 New Year’s resolutions for aspiring gardeners
Capture carbon in your yard with these mycelium balls
From biodegradable plastics to non-animal leather, mycelium has often proven its incredible potential to support a number of industries in transitioning towards sustainability. Now, a startup called NetZero wants to make your lawn a bit more climate-friendly by using mycelium’s … [Read more...] about Capture carbon in your yard with these mycelium balls
Six eco-friendly, edible ground cover alternatives to the grassy lawn
Given the environmentally intensive practices it takes to maintain, it’s high time the traditional lawn makes way for alternatives that are more sustainable, demand fewer resources, and can even make a great addition to your culinary ingredients. In fact, replacing only part of … [Read more...] about Six eco-friendly, edible ground cover alternatives to the grassy lawn
