Landscaping
- Select durable, ecological products for the deck.
- Choose long-lasting products for the pathways and terrace.
- Properly irrigate the borders and kitchen garden.
- Avoid or reduce paved spaces to facilitate rainwater filtration.
- Install a greywater recycling and rainwater harvesting system.
- Compost in order to benefit from kitchen and garden waste.
- Plant a garden as delicious as it is beautiful.
- Choose indigenous plants suited to the plant hardiness zone.
- Position plants based on their needs and characteristics.
- Plant trees…in the right spot.
- Replace grass with groundcovers.
- Embrace the natural topography.
- Buy sturdy tools made of wood from certified forests and/or recycled materials.
- Use natural methods to control weeds.
- Avoid leaf blowers.
- Use natural fertilizer.
- Choose the most eco-energetic lawn mower you can find.
- Use organic methods and products to control insects.
Landscaping extends the living space of your home, adding value to the property by creating spaces for relaxation and outdoor pleasure. But when you’re planning and maintaining your outdoor living space, remember to minimize the impact on resources, water quality and your health by using natural maintenance techniques, choosing the appropriate mix of plants and properly managing your rainwater. You can “green” your entire property and at the same time cut down on maintenance requirements, save time and save money.