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Eco-Lawns are biodiverse, drought-tolerant groundcovers that support pollinators, rarely need mowing, and help protect our streams and drinking water. While this video series was filmed in spring, fall is actually the best time to plant an eco-lawn—just like with most native plants and trees!
The impact of shifting from a conventional lawn to an eco-lawn and practicing natural yard care is HUGE. Over 70 million tons of fertilizers and pesticides are applied to residential lawns and gardens annually (National Wildlife Federation), and 40–60% of nitrogen from these fertilizers ends up in ground and surface water (US EPA). In Thurston County, that means fertilizers and pest and weed control products can get into our drinking water and contribute to the algae blooms we see in local lakes. Salmon in our rivers and marine waters are affected by these products as are other kinds of wildlife, including our own kids and pets.
Eco-lawns don't rely on fertilizers or pesticides, making them a smart choice for protecting our rivers, lakes, streams, Salish Sea, and underground drinking water.
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