BGTV: Landscaping and the Environment

This video abstract from Season One of Building Green (airing nationally on PBS) introduces environmentally-friendly landscaping techniques such; we introduce permaculture concepts and give some nasty stats related to lawns

Category:

Howto & Style

Tags:

• lawns
• environment
• building
• design
• yards
• eco
• green
• landscaping
• permaculture
• garden
• gardening
• greenbuilding

[iLOVENATURE2011]

it is really essential to always work according to the contours of nature... when you work with nature, the outcome will be a comfortable haven to live in.

[iampeeay01]

very informative video. another great idea that would help me become an effective landscaper. thanks for sharing. :)

[jerryaltman]

What about also try to find a variation of grass that do not need so much water?

[Isawanangel1X]

i know this is ridiculous waste, i'm so there..over the grass you can't eat it so what's the point?

[monadrag4]

Good video. One thing it doesn't mention however, is that most people over fertilize their lawns which contributes millions of tons of pollution each year.

Also, if you have to have a lawn, consider fake grass! You would be surprised how great if looks and feels!

[Jon70]

Good idea. Even if people dont plant other things in their lawns, they should consider letting it grow a bit longer, it will provide shade for itself and prevent drying up/burning and therefore less water.

[EnviroMonster]

Chemical lawns suck.They are the first to die in a drought.Keep your yard native and organic and save a lot of green.

[RazorBlade41]

very interessting

[progressivepathway]

Yes, indeed! With persistent drought facing many parts of the United States and the world, it's time for us to rethink the traditional lawn-and-picket-fence domestic model!

Great video!