July 5th

By Mutt Mulligan

VIDEO: Why is biodiversity important in our yards?

Nature starts in our own backyards. That’s why it’s important to think about biodiversity when we’re planting. TurfMutt has a video that explains why having lots of different kinds of plants, trees and grass in our family yards and community green spaces is good for local animals, birds and insects.

Watch TurfMutt’s video.

In the video, TufMutt’s pal Professor Botany makes an appearance to teach kids all about biodiversity and flowering plants. Did you know?

• Flowering plants help pollinators (birds, bees and butterflies) by giving them food.
• You need to pay special attention to the grasses and plants you put in your yard. Some grasses, for instance, handle drought and dry spells better than others. Check TurfMutt’s climate map to determine which plants will grow best in your area.
• It’s ok if your grass turns brown. It’s still healthy, it’s just turning off until it rains again! The grass is still doing its job of sheltering insects, cooling the environment and absorbing the gasses that TurfMutt nemesis Carbon Creep emits.

You can learn more about the benefits of our living landscapes to the planet, people and pets by visiting SaveLivingLandscapes.com.