Backyard Conservation
http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/feature/backyard/
Green landscaping is hot, hot, hot!! And the Natural Resources Conservation Service has a great site to help you get going. “Backyard Conservation” shows you how to adapt agricultural conservation practices for use around your home to make your yard more attractive and enjoyable.
Whether you have rural acreage, a suburban yard, or a city lot, you can help protect the environment and add beauty and interest to your surroundings with the tips and ideas presented on the site.
Download the booklet in English or Spanish — or just download the tip sheets and get your yard looking and “acting” green.