Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Landscaping

28th August 2017
Category News

These days, more and more home and business owners are looking for ways to promote sustainability in their properties. Eco-friendly landscaping is very possible, and at Insight Landscapes, we’re happy to work with you to develop a sustainable plan that is earth-friendly (and looks great, too!).

Natural and Native Vegetation

One of the leading ways to make your landscaping eco-friendly is to focus on implementing the right Australian vegetation. Working with native plant life is good for the local ecosystem. Native vegetation is also apt to thrive, keeping your gardens looking lush and healthy. You should avoid planting non-native species or those that can cause issues for indigenous vegetation. Our team can help advise on the optimal choices for local trees, shrubs, and flowers.

Incorporate Natural Materials

Reusing organic materials that are already in place on your property is a great sustainable step. Rocks and other elements can look ideal, creating a seamless natural look in your yard, and this reduces the amount of outside resources that must be brought in. You can also consider using recycled materials. There is incredible potential for including recycled materials throughout your landscaping (take a look at these 100% recycled homes for inspiration). If you have a creative sustainability idea for your landscaping, let us help turn it into a reality.

Putting Green Systems in Place

Sustainability doesn’t just involve the initial creation of your landscaping. Instead, it takes into account future, repeated processes. Indeed, sustainability is ongoing. Why not put some green systems into place for your property? Green systems include anything that minimises the environmental impact or energy usage. For your landscape, this might refer to your irrigation systems, lighting, and more.

Solar options are available for your lighting. Using the energy from the sun to power your lighting fixtures is a brilliant way to be eco-friendly in your landscaping. Solar energy can also power other features. The right irrigation systems can work smart: supplying water at maximum efficiency to avoid waste. We can also help you set up rainwater systems that allow you to make better use of natural precipitation in your irrigation. This is truly a great way to expound on the natural cycles of the earth. And regular maintenance of these systems is also important, ensuring no leaks or energy waste is occurring.

Eco-Friendly Lawn Care

Moving forward, you can opt for green approaches to caring for your lawn and gardens. Reduce your environmental impact by choosing pesticides and other lawn care treatments without harmful chemicals. There are a wide variety of eco-friendly and organic products on the market.

Composting materials can also help to provide natural fertilizers. Spend some time researching this method and you’ll find that you can easily nurture your lawn and gardens with items you’re already consuming. There are many options for utilising food waste to enhance your landscaping.

Growing Your Own Food

Perhaps you’re interested in turning part of your land into a small garden, suitable for growing vegetables and other edibles. If so, you’ll be joining a growing movement of urban and suburban gardeners who are prioritising a diet of local produce. Insight Landscapes would love to help you create a space for this purpose.

Insight can assist in all things landscaping: from lighting and irrigation systems to paving, tiling, and pool surrounds. Let us help you design an outdoor lifestyle that suits your property and your needs. Contact us today.

Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Landscaping