GREEN MATTERS
Green plants, whether they be trees, shrubs, or grass are essential in producing oxygen, removing carbon dioxide and other pollutants from the air, filtering groundwater, providing homes for wildlife, help in keeping temperatures down, and are invaluable to our mental and physical health to name just a few of their benefits.
Our company philosophy states that, “We believe everyone everywhere benefits from a connection with nature” and we extol the importance of green spaces and their contributions to the environment and to the people who enjoy them as often as possible. For example, one mature tree could absorb 48 pounds of harmful carbon dioxide from the air each year, provide enough oxygen for four people each day, and contribute to significantly lowering temperatures during the summer months due to their shade.
Our goal is to improve and never harm the environment we work so tirelessly to maintain while providing our clients with beautiful outdoor spaces to relax and recharge in. Well-placed plantings are not only aesthetically pleasing but also benefit the environment in innumerable ways. There are many steps you can take to make your property more “green” and Eco-friendly and our landscape consultants can help you decide what works best for your property and your needs. Click HERE for Expert Advice or contact your consultant for more information! -Shayne
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“I’m green and it’ll do fine. It’s beautiful and I think it’s what I want to be.” -Kermit the Frog
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ACCREDITATION MATTERS TOO
Landscape Industry Accredited Companies Are the Best Because They Are:
- Knowledgeable – Employing well-trained, Landscape Industry Certified employees
- Safe – Participating in the NALP Safe Company Program
- Ethical – Providing clear client communications and ethical operating procedures
- In Compliance – With state, local, and federal codes, statutes, and licensing requirements
Did you know that YardScapes is one of only 13 Landscape Industry ACCREDITED companies in the US and the only one in Connecticut? While individuals can be industry certified in varying areas of our industry the process to become an accredited company requires an application and thorough commitment by the entire staff. “Just going through the application process of the Accredited Company Program made us a stronger company. We realized there were some areas we could improve upon. We feel confident that this will help us attract the best employees and be the best that we can be”, remarked Shayne.
SPOTTED LANTERNFLY – PRETTY BUT INVASIVE
The spotted lanternfly, which is native to China, India and Vietnam, was first found in the US in 2014 in Pennsylvania. They have been spotted in West Haven, Greenwich, Farmington and Southbury.
They are extremely invasive and feed on fruit and ornamental and woody trees. If left unchecked, this pest has the potential to seriously impact the country’s grape, orchard, and logging industries.
Now is a great time to inspect your trees for these invasive plant hoppers! Please visit the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station for more detailed information.
Groundhog Day
Will Punxsutawney Phil, Seer of Seers, Sage of Sages, Prognosticator of Prognosticators, and Weather Prophet Extraordinary (yes, that’s his full name) or any other groundhog (aka woodchuck) see his or her shadow tomorrow? It’s all going to depend on cloud cover where you are when you look outside. While there is a 50-50 shot of guessing, Phil has only been “right” 40% of the time over the past 10 years. If you believe in his weather forecasting abilities or not, Spring will officially arrive in 6 weeks regardless of the weather!
Kermit the Frog made his Sesame Street debut on November 10, 1969. In what year did Kermit first sing his signature song Bein’ Green (aka It’s Not easy Bein’ Green)?
A) 1970 B) 1972 C) 1974 D) 1976
Previous Issue: Q: What year did Clara Barton found the American Red Cross? A: 7% answered correctly with 1881, 36% chose 1867, 28% chose 1874″ and 29% chose 1888.
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