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How Can I Integrate Ecological Landscape Design On Site?
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Ecologically-minded Irrigation Practices – When irrigation is required, many new technologies can be integrated into
the landscape design. Weather monitoring systems collect data recorded by satellites and use the information to determine frequency
and duration of the daily irrigation cycle. Utilizing drip irrigation in planting beds can increase the irrigation efficiency by
eliminating overspray. Using drip irrigation also helps create better root structures by causing roots to grow vertical rather than
horizontal. Sub-surface drip irrigation for lawns can be as much as forty percent more efficient than spray heads.
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Traditional waysto collect rainwater are also very practical. Installing a rain barrel at the end of a downspout can collect roof
runoff that can be used in planting beds around the yard. Not only do these practices help to reduce stormwater runoff and improve
water quality, but they can also reduce water bills for the landscape.
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