BEYOND CURB APPEAL Why Yards Matter More Than Ever Before


It’s no surprise that beautiful landscaping improves curb appeal and increases home value (by as much as 17%1 ). But in the era of physical distancing, homeowners’


green space becomes an even greater asset to home values as yards become a safe way to enjoy the outdoors, de-stress and contribute to well-being. WHY YARDS ARE SAFE GREEN SPACES


Support the Environment


Grass plays a vital role in capturing dust, smoke particles, and other pollutants that harm people. Bees, butterflies, bats, birds and other wildlife rely on urban habitats.


Improve Quality of Life


Researchers found that people living in neighborhoods with more birds, shrubs, and trees are less likely to suffer from depression, anxiety, and stress.2


Safe Space for Kids & Pets


Your family yard is your own safe green space to de-stress and relax away from others. Grass is tough enough to handle play from kids and pets, while cushioning falls.


Reduce Energy Costs


Planting the right living landscapes makes your home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.3


GETTING OUTSIDE IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER BEFORE


Get Outside Get your feet in the grass, do yard


work, watch the trees and wildlife, and use the yard as a place for family gatherings and to de-stress.


Expand Yard’s Purpose


Assess these “outdoor living rooms” and play spaces for needed


improvements and how they might better support the family’s needs.


Plant Something


Order garden supplies online or have them delivered from your local nursery. Plant for your climate zone and pollinators with a balance of trees, shrubs, grass and flowering plants.


Sources: 1. Department of Agriculture and Applied Economics, http://bit.ly/1Qed288 2. Daniel T. C. Cox, Danielle F. Shanahan, Hannah L. Hudson, Kate E. Plummer, Gavin M. Siriwardena, Richard A. Fuller, Karen Anderson, Steven Hancock, Kevin J. Gaston, “Doses of Neighborhood Nature: The Benefits for Mental Health of Living with Nature”, https://doi.org/10.1093/biosci/biw173 3. Department of Energy, http://1.usa.gov/1L9JW9I


Always Remember


Nature starts at your backdoor. Your yard supports birds, bees, butterflies and other wildlife with habitat and food.


For more information, go to: SaveLivingLandscapes.com


36


TPI Turf News March/April 2023


Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9  |  Page 10  |  Page 11  |  Page 12  |  Page 13  |  Page 14  |  Page 15  |  Page 16  |  Page 17  |  Page 18  |  Page 19  |  Page 20  |  Page 21  |  Page 22  |  Page 23  |  Page 24  |  Page 25  |  Page 26  |  Page 27  |  Page 28  |  Page 29  |  Page 30  |  Page 31  |  Page 32  |  Page 33  |  Page 34  |  Page 35  |  Page 36  |  Page 37  |  Page 38  |  Page 39  |  Page 40  |  Page 41  |  Page 42  |  Page 43  |  Page 44  |  Page 45  |  Page 46  |  Page 47  |  Page 48  |  Page 49  |  Page 50  |  Page 51  |  Page 52  |  Page 53  |  Page 54  |  Page 55  |  Page 56  |  Page 57  |  Page 58  |  Page 59  |  Page 60  |  Page 61  |  Page 62  |  Page 63  |  Page 64  |  Page 65  |  Page 66  |  Page 67  |  Page 68