Welcome to the Sustainable Landscaping Blog

Find expert advice around how to design, maintain, and transform your outdoor space in the Pacific Nothwest

On our landscaping blog, eco-conscious homeowners find resources and inspiration to create sustainable landscapes that enhance curb appeal and help protect the planet. With blog posts on native-plant gardening, water-wise management, and green landscape design, we invite you to imagine your yard as an ideal sustainable oasis in Seattle’s urban landscape.

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Drainage

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5 Garden Tips to Prevent Runoff (And Fix Common Drainage Issues)

Discover how small habits can help prevent stormwater pollution in your Seattle yard and keep local waterways clean during our rainy season.

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How a Rain Garden Can Become Your Kids' Favorite Outdoor Experiment

Turn a soggy Seattle yard into a learning project. Discover how a rain garden for kids becomes an experiment while managing stormwater.

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Designing a Rain Garden in Seattle: Plants and Care

Discover how to design and care for a rain garden in Seattle. Explore our favorite plant picks and tips to keep it thriving.

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Irrigation

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Smart Sprinkler and Irrigation Controller

Whether you have an existing Sprinkler System or are installing new Irrigation, every Sprinkler System Needs a Smart Sprinkler Controller!

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How to Keep Your Lawn Healthy During a Seattle Heatwave

Healthy lawns are built long before a heatwave arrives. Learn how deeper watering, healthy soil, and sustainable lawn care help Seattle landscapes stay resilient through hot, dry summers.

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Backflow Preventer Testing in Seattle: Protecting Your Water Supply and Irrigation System

Backflow testing helps protect Seattle's drinking water supply by ensuring irrigation backflow preventers are working properly. Learn why annual testing matters, what the process involves, and how BAT-certified irrigation technicians help keep systems operating safely and efficiently.

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Landscaping Design

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8 Small Trees That Fit in Compact Seattle Yards

Add shade and privacy to your yard without crowding it. Explore our 8 favorite small trees for Seattle yards

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4 Small Shrubs That Thrive in Seattle Yards (And You Can Plant This Fall)

Looking to add compact shrubs to your small Seattle yard? Explore 4 of our favorites you can plant this fall.

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How & When to Plant Grass Seed in Seattle

Planning a new lawn? Learn exactly how and when to plant grass seed in Seattle. Get our step-by-step guide to sowing, spreading, and growing a lush PNW yard.

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Outdoor Construction

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5 Garden Tips to Prevent Runoff (And Fix Common Drainage Issues)

Discover how small habits can help prevent stormwater pollution in your Seattle yard and keep local waterways clean during our rainy season.

Read more

How a Rain Garden Can Become Your Kids' Favorite Outdoor Experiment

Turn a soggy Seattle yard into a learning project. Discover how a rain garden for kids becomes an experiment while managing stormwater.

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Halloween Garden Ideas: How to Create a Spooky Yard in Seattle

Explore Halloween garden ideas for your Seattle home. Discover how to use moody lighting, gothic plants, and decorations to create a spooky yard.

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Outdoor Lighting

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Halloween Garden Ideas: How to Create a Spooky Yard in Seattle

Explore Halloween garden ideas for your Seattle home. Discover how to use moody lighting, gothic plants, and decorations to create a spooky yard.

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5 Backyard Lighting Ideas to Extend Your Time Outdoors in Seattle

Explore 5 ways to use backyard lights in Seattle to extend your time outdoors this autumn. Transform your yard into a cozy evening retreat!

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Garden Lights

With the right garden lights, your outdoor space can transform into a magical oasis that shines long after the sun goes down. Whether you’re highlighting the plants you love or ensuring safe passage through your garden paths, garden lighting brings new life to your yard.

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Sustainable Landscaping

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Beneficial Nematodes: Natural Pest Control for Seattle Gardens

Beneficial nematodes offer a natural way to control soil pests in Seattle landscapes. Working below the surface, they support healthier soil and more balanced gardens over time.

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5 Things You Can Do To Support Birds This Fall in Seattle

Discover simple ways to support local birds in your Seattle yard this fall. From native berry shrubs to birdbaths and fall care tips.

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Why Are Crows Destroying Your Lawn? (And How to Stop Them)

Why Are Crows Tearing Up My Lawn in Seattle? Here’s What’s Really Going On and How to Prevent Future Damage and Keep a Healthy Lawn.

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Yard Care

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How & When to Plant Grass Seed in Seattle

Planning a new lawn? Learn exactly how and when to plant grass seed in Seattle. Get our step-by-step guide to sowing, spreading, and growing a lush PNW yard.

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Overseeding a Lawn in Seattle: How to Thicken a Thin or Patchy Turf

Overseeding helps restore density in thin Seattle lawns. Learn when to overseed, why lawns lose density, and how aeration improves results.

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Should You Prune Your Shrubs This Fall in Seattle?

Wondering if you should prune your shrubs this fall in Seattle? Discover how to spot shrubs that need a trim.

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