November 7th

By Mutt Mulligan

5 reasons to be thankful for living landscapes

In this season of gratitude, The TurfMutt Foundation has some reminders about why we should add our living landscapes to our list of reasons to be thankful. After all, our backyards and public green spaces are good for people, pets, wildlife and the planet.

5 Reasons to Be Grateful for Our Green Spaces

Health & Wellbeing. Being an “outsider” by exploring and appreciating nature – starting in our own backyards and community green spaces – reduces stress, improves memory, boosts heart health and offers a host of other benefits for our minds and bodies. To learn more check out the Living Landscapes Fact Book.

Lifestyle. Green space is also where people reconnect with nature and one another, making memories and creating a happier life. The backyard is where kids learn early lessons about sharing with siblings and friends. It’s also a safe space for cultivating curiosity about the world around them.

Environment. Did you know your backyard is one way you can help combat climate change? Living landscapes are environmental superheroes. Our grass, trees, bushes and flowering plants benefit the environment by capturing and filtering rain water, producing oxygen, absorbing carbon, just to name a few. Check out this infographic to learn more.

Wildlife. Nature starts at your own backdoor. Your backyard supports biodiversity and is an urban wildlife habitat. Pollinators, insects and small mammals

Property Values. A beautiful landscape improves curb appeal, which can help increase home values by as much as 17%. Additionally, each front yard tree at your property adds 1% to your sales price and large specimen trees can add up to 10% to property values, according to research.

To learn more about the benefits of our living landscapes, go to SaveLivingLandscapes.com.