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How We’re Saving Money On Water Even Though We Live in the Desert

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Landscape with plants that have a low water requirement. Instead, the yard is landscaped with stones and various cacti. Then we can reuse the water to water our garden. Reuse gray water. Even though we live in the desert, we’re finding ways to conserve water and keep our monthly water bill low.

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How to Control Garden Weeds

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Here are a few of the ways that I have been successful in controlling the weeds so far, without damaging chemicals and sprays: Landscaping Fabric. Landscaping fabric is almost plastic-like, and it blocks the sun from reaching the weeds, preventing them from sprouting and coming up. Mulch or Rocks. Get Growing'

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Control Your Bagworms – Economically and Organically

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Bagworms can wipe out your expensive evergreen landscaping in a single season if left uncontrolled. If you own a home and have landscaped with juniper, arborvitae, spruce, pine or cedar, don’t let the bagworms cost you a fortune. I’ve seen it happen to my neighbors. Have you dealt with bagworms? Go Green'

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Alternative and Sustainable Energy Sources: Hydro Power

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

In countries where mountains form a large part of the natural landscape, such as New Zealand and Switzerland, hydro power accounts for more than fifty percent of all electricity generated. Hydro-electric power stations are generally built in mountainous areas where the topography lends itself to creating the dams. Advantages of Hydro Power.