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March 16th
By Mutt Mulligan Eco Tips for Lawn and Landscape Care – Part 2
Plant the Right Plant. It’s important to choose grass or plants that are right for the climate in which you live. Then, plants will need less water and fertilization to survive. Go to your local nursery or online to find your climate zone and discover what plants are native and will grow well in your area. For […]
March 14th
By Mutt Mulligan Eco Tips for Green Space Care – Part 1
In the early 20th century, lawns became a central part of the American landscape. The White House without its lawn, for instance, would be unthinkable. Today, home lawns throughout the nation comprise roughly 21 million acres. Back yards and front yards are undeniably part of the human landscape, and along with trees, shrubs and other […]
March 9th
Parents can now work with their children to foster an appreciation of the environment and a scientific interest in green spaces in their local community with classroom resources designed for students in grades 3-5. Available through digital downloads, home schoolers can investigate the benefits of green spaces (through online learning and experiments) and understand the […]
March 8th
By Mutt Mulligan Landscapes Across America Contest
OPEI and Discovery Education launched the Landscapes Across America contest, challenging students to illustrate the unique ecosystem attributes of their local region. Classrooms are encouraged to submit a slideshow with digital photos of the unique landscape in their area, and include a written description of what environmental aspects of their region need to be protected. […]
March 8th
By Mutt Mulligan Discovery Education and OPEI Foundation Partner
Discovery Education and the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute’s Education and Research Foundation announce the launch of TurfMutt, an online, science based program designed to help elementary educators teach an appreciation of backyard and community green spaces and landscapes. Check out the new face of TurfMutt with Discovery Education at http://turfmutt.discoveryeducation.com/homepage.cfm The goal of the TurfMutt […]
August 5th
By Mutt Mulligan Helping Plants Survive Hot August
One more month to go with unrelenting heat. It’s always good to be reminded of how to water plants ‘strategically’ so that you help them survive and don’t overuse water – quantity does not equal quality when it comes to watering. The CBS Early Show had a segment on how to save your green spaces. […]
July 16th
By Mutt Mulligan How Much Carbon Do Plants Soak Up?
For the first time, scientists have calculated exactly how much CO2 vegetation soaks up. Researchers from 18 scientific institutions used observations and calculations to determine the amount of CO2 exchange between global vegetation and the atmosphere. The new results are the most accurate to date. They have concluded that the total terrestrial vegetation captures 123 […]
July 14th
By Mutt Mulligan Animals and Heat
It’s always good to remind yourself and your friends to make sure pets stay cool and out of intense heat situations. Agriculture Secretary Russell C. Redding reminds us that high temperatures can cause livestock and pets to suffer from heat-related stress. The department offered tips for helping livestock animals including cows, horses, pigs, sheep and […]
July 12th
By Mutt Mulligan Rainfall and Lawns
In many parts of the country, there has been little rain mixed with intense heat. One sure sign might be brown lawns. However, lawns can go dormant, and you might be better off watering plants that can’t take any lack of rain. As a matter of fact, turning brown is grass’s way of conserving moisture. […]
June 30th
By Mutt Mulligan Green space good for men’s health?
A study from the UK shows that men who live near green spaces are less likely to die from heart or lung problems. Why? One suggestion is that men were more likely to use green spaces to exercise vigorously. Published in the Journal of Social Science and Medicine, this is part of an ongoing look […]
