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LEARNING RESOURCES & FAQs
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Pollinator & Wildlife Plant
Webpages to visit:
Xerces Society | Pollinator Partnership | Homegrown National Park
Waterwise Plant Information
These out of state guides have been included on this page because they contain great information that can be applied throughout the Western US. Enjoy!
​Prairies & Plains
Front Range & Foothills
Western Slopes Below 7,000 feet
Mountains Above 7,500 feet
Lawn removal
How do I get rid of my lawn and create wildlife habitat?
Manual Removal
For small areas, we recommend removing sod by hand.Â
In this video, she demonstrates using a sod cutter, but you can also use a flat edged shovel
Sheet Mulching
If you're working with a larger space, or don't have the time and energy to remove sod manually, you can also consider smothering it using cardboard or solarizing it using black plastic
Other Options
For large areas you can consider renting a sod cutter or working with a landscaper.Â
In general, we don't recommend using herbicides to remove an entire lawn. In an effort to reduce reliance on and exposure to harmful chemicals, we recommend using herbicides for spot treatments and noxious weeds
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