No Mow May is an initiative that encourages gardeners and homeowners to let their lawns grow wild in the interest of boosting biodiversity and supporting important pollinator populations, which are in decline. It originally began in the UK, but in the spring of 2020, caught on in … [Read more...] about More than 25 cities in Wisconsin to participate in No Mow May
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Celebrate Earth Day by planting native plants… and then neglecting them
A lot of the time, human intervention is less effective than letting nature take its own course. So, this year, why not honor Mother Nature by giving her free rein over your garden. Instead of wishing for perfectly manicured lawns and pristine landscaping, imagine instead a … [Read more...] about Celebrate Earth Day by planting native plants… and then neglecting them
Why we should all trade our fences for this environmentally supportive alternative
To tackle the climate crisis and reduce pollution, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) in the UK urges gardeners and homeowners to take down their fences and plant hedges instead. The charity partnered with scientists to explore what types of green infrastructure could be … [Read more...] about Why we should all trade our fences for this environmentally supportive alternative
Brighton passes buzz-worthy law requiring bee bricks
The city of Brighton and Hove in England have introduced a new planning law worth buzzing about—the law requires new buildings to include special bricks that have little nests for solitary bees. The Brighton & Hove Council’s policy specifies that all new buildings over … [Read more...] about Brighton passes buzz-worthy law requiring bee bricks
Plantlife launches No Mow May campaign to support pollinators in the UK
Conservation charity Plantlife is urging gardeners in the UK to “do nothing for nature” this month as part of their No Mow May campaign. This campaign is designed to let wildflowers grow unrestrained in people’s yards, to provide more food for pollinators. Plantlife has even … [Read more...] about Plantlife launches No Mow May campaign to support pollinators in the UK