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Posted Sat Sep 13 2008: from Washington Post (US): Sustainability Starts in Your Own Back Yard http://apocadocs.com/s.pl?1221328852 But we now know that native plants can endure without synthetic chemicals or fertilizer, or much watering or labor, once established. And that insects that depend on native plants are important food for birds. Knowing this, gardeners can take steps to promote sustainability in their landscapes. It involves how you use your property -- everything you own. Here are some key steps that will help you to create a sustainable gardening culture and promote renewable energy: [Read more stories about: sustainability] New!: No reader quips yet -- be the first! Got a PaniQuip? Your Quip (limit 140 characters, no links, just wit): First name: The text shown in the Web image to the right: We reserve the right to reuse, remove, or refuse any entry.

The ApocaDocs say: It also may involve recognizing that we don't "own" anything -- we rent it from the Great Landlord, earth. And recognizing we're way behind on rent. NEXT> More stories: Small 'urban poultry' movement has residents raising chickens from scratch World's oceans could become 'soupy swill': expert (Sustainability Starts in Your Own Back Yard) Antarctic sea ice increases despite warming Researcher says numbers of bumblebees declining, too Want to explore more? Try the PaniCloud!

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