Here begins a series of tips for going green in your garden.

#1: Grow and compost fruits and vegetables. Growing vegetables is one of the single most sustainable actions. Not only do you enjoy the benefits of the fresh produce just outside your kitchen, but equally beneficial is the composted organic material. Applying compost to your soil diverts unecessary garbage from the landfills and also provides nutrients and improved structure to your soils. Later we will discuss the importance of your soil structure and its ability to absorb water. Until then, start planning your summer garden (remember Landsystems can always help with that!). The time to plant is April and May. Follow this link for planting tips on your favorite vegetables http://www.thegardenhelper.com/vegtips.html.

Thanks for listening in!

Nate

Landsystems Landscapes is proud to support our local community in the Bay Area, Silicon Valley and Peninsula. In fact, right now we’re looking for projects to partner with you!

We currently participate in the Adopt a Highway program on Interstate 280, and in the past, we’ve contributed to auctions for schools, colleges and other nonprofit and community foundations. In the past, we’ve worked with the San Francisco 49ers, Good Tidings Foundation and East Palo Alto Schools, and many other groups.

If your school or community group is interested, please contact us today at 650.851.2793 or info@landsystemslandscapes.com.

Landsystems’ founder Tim Vine is also available to speak at your meeting for free – whether it’s a local Bay Area Garden Club, Mothers’ Club or community group.