Posting this for any locals who might be following this page. And also, for a wider audience, sharing as one example of a post combining eco advocacy plus promoting a related local business. Please feel free to use any of my wording that is helpful for your efforts.
Hey Fellow Volusians!! What we do with our residential yards & other outdoor spaces makes a huge difference in our local quality of life, and on the planet that is our only home.
The landscaping we choose for our yards has a great capacity to mitigate temperature extremes, absorb stormwater, help slow or stop the deadly die-off of pollinators & other species on whom all our lives depend, etc.
Lush landscaping is also a game-changer in terms of screening out unpleasant views of a sea of asphalt, ugly buildings, light pollution from excessively bright street lights, etc.
And, it helps buffer noise pollution and air pollution. Turning your house or apartment into a little oasis.
You can even choose to grow fruit trees, it’s such a joy to pick your own fruit. My Florida native mulberry tree purchased from Katie offers lovely shade and delicious fruit.
The following is from the latest email newsletter of Dr. Katie Tripp, who offers sales & installation of Florida native plants and is tirelessly out in the county raising awareness via her educational talks & booths:
“Hi Everyone,
It has been great seeing so many of you at recent events. There are more sales and educational events upcoming throughout April and into May. I have attached my event calendar, along with an up to date inventory of what’s available in my nursery. Please email me with your order requests. Enjoy the spring!
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Katie Tripp, Ph.D.
Owner, Natural Beauty Native Florida Landscapes, LLC
Cell: 727-504-4740
Follow us on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554883535835&mibextid=9R9pXO
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PS. Go here to see Katie’s latest flyer listing her (numerous, as always) upcoming events.