5 Eco-Friendly Backyard Upgrades

Reader Contribution by Katie Kuchta

Having a yard doesn’t always mean that your outdoor living space is considered to be green landscaping. There can be many parts of your yard that aren’t supporting the environment and can actually cost you more money in the long run. Consider these eco-friendly yard upgrades to do for your outdoor living space that will help to create a more sustainable environment.

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1. Install a Rain Barrel

Installing a rain barrel is an easy choice when wanting to help support the local environment. Collect rain that comes during hot summer thunderstorms and automatically reduce your water bill every month. Put the rainwater to good use instead of allowing it to run off your property by collecting in a rain barrel. Use the rain that would normally go into the drains to water your garden plants and grass all summer long. Simply install a rain barrel system at the end of a gutter, or consider creating your own by reusing a large water container and a hose.

2. Reduce Concrete

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