Soil erosion is a danger to the environment anywhere it happens. Activities specific to construction sites, such as grading and filling, can significantly reduce soil quality. Such degradation may spread to the surrounding environment over time. Indeed, as the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency points out, the erosion can lead to sediment accumulating in nearby rivers.
For that reason, responsible construction companies often hire commercial erosion control services. Below are some of the ways they can manage soil erosion on their construction sites.
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Whether you are tired of mowing or simply want to put in a durable turf solution for a high traffic area, such as beneath a playset, artificial grass installation could be just the solution you need. Modern artificial grasses mimic a real lawn very convincingly, and they are designed to withstand the test of time. This is done with new technologies that allow them to withstand UV light without fading and breaking down, as well as improved drainage methods that prevent mildew and decay from standing water.
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You've planted the flower beds and weeded around the trees in your space, but what are you doing about ground erosion, poor plant growth, and that dying section of your lawn in the back? Oftentimes, people get so focused on the decorative aspects of landscaping that they forget to tackle some of the more important items on their nature to-do list. Here are three landscape maintenance tasks you may be overlooking and why they matter in the long run.
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Starting a new vegetable garden, especially if you are new to gardening, can seem overwhelming. There is a vast amount of information and products available to help new gardeners, so sorting through them all can be quite the chore. Fortunately, the following list can help you narrow down your needs and make the process less confusing.
#1: Soil testing kit
It's hard to have a healthy garden if you don't have healthy soil, so make sure your soil is perfect from the start.
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If you live in an area suffering from a drought, then it is important that you learn how to conserve water while caring for your lawn. By being proactive about how you provide limited water to your lawn, you can both save money and save water as well. Thankfully, if you utilize your water properly, then your lawn will still be green and lush.
Follow these tips for watering and cutting your lawn to keep it green and save water at the same time:
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