First-time homeowners can be overwhelmed at the responsibility that comes with home ownership. While some of those responsibilities can be stressful, others can prove therapeutic. Many homeowners find caring for their lawns to be an enjoyable hobby that helps relieve stress. Time spent outdoors in the warm sun helps improve mood, and a lush lawn and garden can instill a sense of pride in homeowners. First-time homeowners with no history of caring for a lawn can still turn their lawn into a lush oasis to be proud of.
The grass is finally greener in Central Park. The park’s East Meadow will reopen Tuesday, concluding a 31-year, $33 million effort to bring back the park’s blades of glory.
Green industry firms have competed for decades on the basis of quality and service. While these competitive dimensions are still important, the industry has continued along its path of maturation and firms must incorporate other factors into their value proposition in order to be successful in this hypercompetitive market. Given the recent economic downturn of 2008–2009, consumers are more value-conscious than ever, but are still willing to consume, and pay premiums for, products and services that enhance their quality of life. This paper summarizes the peer-reviewed research regarding the economic benefits, environmental benefits (eco-systems services), and health/well-being benefits of green industry products and services that serve to enhance the quality of life for consumers.
Along with energy conservation and storm-water reduction, scientists may soon be adding crime-fighting to the list of benefits that urban trees provide. Researchers with the U.S. Forest Service’s Pacific Northwest (PNW) and Southern Research Stations have published a new study that suggests that certain types of city trees may help lower property and violent crime rates.
Megan Hawley will have countless things to worry about while her husband, Lance, serves with the Iowa National Guard in Afghanistan over the next year.
Last year, Dominion East Ohio employees pulled weeds, planted grasses and trees, and built a kiosk outside the historic Howe House along the Canalway in downtown Akron.
Palm Springs is known to many residents and visitors for its green grass and lush landscapes. But as homeowners and business owners in the desert community deal with the effects of a recession, yards and areas that were once meticulously manicured are getting far less maintenance.
Dave Jackson didn’t have time to clean up his heavily wooded yard after an ice storm left it in disarray in December 2008 – he had to answer a call to serve his country in Iraq instead.
Nearly 100 teen golfers from across the country will attend The First Tee Life Skills and Leadership Academy, July 13-20, at Kansas State University and Colbert Hills Golf Course.
The first load of black dirt arrived shortly after 7 a.m. At that time of morning, residents on Stow Street are just wiping the sleep from their eyes and grabbing for that first cup of morning coffee.
