Everyone loves being kind to the Earth, though sometimes navigating the world of eco-friendly actions scares people away from going green. There are innumerable resources on making your business environmentally sound and going through them all can take up a considerable amount of time: time that you would like to use elsewhere. However, this is not a sign that you should give up doing your part to help the environment, and this is where a responsible landscaping service comes in!
Saving the World- One Landscape at a Time
Changing your light bulbs to LEDs, turning off electronics when not in use, and managing waste and recycling responsibly are all ways which your business can internally contribute to reducing environmental damage, but what about externally? A big environmental problem with many businesses and their landscapes is runoff. Runoff is excess rainwater that has not soaked into the ground. Some runoff is natural, resulting in rivers and streams, but paved areas and hard packed soil have caused runoff to increase and cause damage and erosion to nearby soils.
In addition to being an eyesore, the results of excess runoff can be catastrophic for local aquatic wildlife as much runoff contains fertilizers or chemical toxins that can injure fish and cause algae to grow out of control. Eventually, these fish kills and algal blooms can result in the loss of species and reduce the ability of local waterways to support the environment. Having an environmentally friendly landscape can help keep local wildlife safe and prevent ugly erosion from taking place!
Green In More Ways Than One
Modern landscaping is not your granddaddy’s method of digging holes, planting trees and bushes, then letting them go, instead it takes a more scientific approach to ensure that the plants sown will be good for the environment and that the location where they’re planted is well-prepared to prevent runoff. Installing a greenspace at your business will not only make it look more aesthetically pleasing, but it can also help control runoff from your lawn or parking lot!
Bluegrass Landscape has done a lot of thinking and researching on how to make landscapes the most eco-friendly they can be while maintaining environmental stability, and they’ve produced great results. Using native plants, and installing bioretention areas, their team can help your business have a positive environmental impact. This means you can pay it forward to the land that your business relies on!
Eco-Friendly and Energy Efficient
As you increase the sustainability of your business, you will notice that your budget will grow alongside the plants in your landscape. Many environmentally friendly practices are energy efficient and wallet friendly, meaning you can save more on monthly bills and maintenance costs. Having an eco-friendly business management plan benefits both you and the environment!
Final Thoughts
Taking the initiative to make your business sustainable will pay off in peace of mind and savings from less maintenance and repair costs. Following a sustainable landscape practice will make your business look stunning and you can be proud of yourself for making a positive impact on the local environment. Ensuring you are eco-friendly and doing your part will keep the environment green and will allow future generations to experience it in full. If you are curious about developing a sustainable landscape and don’t know where to start, contact Bluegrass Landscape for a consultation!
