Conservation@Home Resources
An eclectic assortment of information about native landscaping and our natural resources. If you are looking for a listing of products and service providers, visit our Products and Services page.
Interesting Reading
The Importance of Local Ecotypes
The Case for Sustainable Landscapes
Pre-settlement Vegetation of Lake County
Model Water Conservation Ordinances
Measuring Environmental Value for Natural Lawn and Garden
City of Chicago Guide to Land Based Invasive Plants
Invasive Plants ID and Control
Invasive Plants Herbiciding Rates and Timing
Impact of Invasives on Pollinators
Guidelines for Managing a Restoration Project
Economics of Native Plants in Residential Landscape Designs
Critical Trends in Lake County Watersheds
Best Native Plants for Streams and Shorelines
Nine questions to ask your organic lawn care company
"How To" Resources
Fertilizing Your Garden Organically
Other
Our favorite sustainable landscaping books