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-To help pay for your project, you should divide ​it into different stagesYou will only have to pay for one stage at a timeIf landscaping is a hobby for youtaking ​your time is important since creating ​the landscape is often more fun than maintaining it on a regular basis.+Try using cold water in the washing machine whenever ​it is possible90% of the energy used by washing machines is for heating up waterBecause of thisusing warm water will just increase ​your monthly utility bill and decrease ​the amount of money you have at the end of the month.
  
-Whenever you are landscaping yourself, it is important to include things other than plant life in your landscapeThings like decorative stones, bird baths, and lighting ​can really enhance the look of your landscapeMake sure you don't make your space too crowdedby adding ​to many extras.+Take advantage of the wind. The cleanest source of alternative energy ​is wind energyIt can even cut your electric bill by up to 90 percentYou can run an energy audit before you determine what size turbine ​you'll needbut most houses require 5 to 15 kilowatts to produce 780 kilowatt-hours per month. month.
  
-If you plan to incorporate flowers into your landscaping ​plans, you might want to consider layering them. If you plant them so that the tallest are in the back, and the smallest in the front you allow for all flowers ​to be easily visible from the primary view. If you face the largest to the north, you are also allowing for optimal growth.+Natural sources of energy can be unpredictable,​ which is why you should always have a back-up ​plan. Find out more about net-metering ​plans: in most towns, you will be allows to hook your system ​to the main power grid and use it when there is not enough sun or wind for your green energy solution ​to function properly.
  
-Try talking to a pro before ​you start working on your landscape. You might not need a landscape designer or architect ​to draft your whole projectbut for under $100, a consultation that lasts about an hour can be well worth the money if it prevents you from making costly mistakes later on.+To help you use more green energy in your day to day lifecontact your current energy or electricity provider to see if they offer a renewable-energy alternative. Many energy companies are beginning to offer environmentally sound, even higher priced energy services to cater to more socially conscious individuals.
  
-If your home is located in an arid part of the countryexercise caution when planting tall grasses in your yardTo reduce the risk of damage from wildfiresit is best to use short, grounded varieties of grassIf you absolutely must plant tall grasses, you should do so well over 100 feet away from your house.+A very easy and cheap way to save on your high energy bills is to try installing some low flow shower heads and faucets. Switching from the standard2.5 gallon/​minute shower heads, to the low flow 1.5 gallon/​minute onescan help you save a lot with your hot water energy costs.
  
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-Many people put most of their landscaping efforts into their front yard. A front yard is noticed by more people, and it gives people their first impression of both the home, and the home's owners. A well-designed front yard landscape will not only showcase ​your home, it can also enhance the physical appearance of your homeTo find ways to improve ​the landscaping of your front lawn, peruse landscaping,​ and books to garner new ideas.+While it makes sense to change from traditional light bulbs to energy-saving light bulbs you should wait until your old ones are all burned outIt is not a good idea to throw away perfectly good bulbs in order to make the switch since that would be a way to waste energy as well.
  
-Landscaping ​your home isn't limited ​to the front yard alone, remember that your yard can use some renovating as well. You can add things like a fountain in the back to give off a soothing and welcoming vibe, or put a pathway ​of stones that people can walk on when they'​re in your yard. There are many little things you can do to improve your yard, you just have to be creative.+Choose a green gas source to heat your home. This type of gas has a net zero impact on changes ​to the climate on our planet. You can often purchase this type of gas directly from your electric companythough ​you will pay a premium ​to do so. The benefits to the environment can be worth the extra cost though, and the more people who subscribe the less expensive this option will become.
  
-Do not settle for cheap design such as a patio or a deck if you are not going to use it. It might be worth it to pay a professional designer to help you create ​the kind of space and design you will use and enjoy throughout different seasons.+It is easy to live green,and still enjoy technology just by making small changes. Make your laptop more energy efficient simply by changing your wall paper. Using dark or black wall paper, and screen saver uses less energy. This small amount of energy saved will add up over time, especially ​if you have more than one computer in the home.
  
-When planning a landscaping project for your house, ​you might want to consider talking ​to a professional firstWhile you most likely will not need to bring in a designer to oversee ​the entire projectgetting some professional advice may just save you from making expensive mistakes in the future.+If you can not afford ​to get new windows that are more energy efficient, be sure to invest in some good shadesDuring the summer months, cover the windows during the day to keep the sun out. In the winter monthsleave the window covers open to let the sun heat up the rooms; close them at night though to help keep the cold out.
  
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