Plants such as poinsettias, garlands and wreaths are purchased or gifted for the holidays. Some people choose to throw them away and buy new next year. Instead, consider adding holiday plants and greenery to your backyard compost pile.
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Large Dinner Party? Holiday Planning Can Reduce Wasted Food
It’s the holiday season and time for seasonal gatherings, merrymaking events, large meals, and excess food. With a little bit of planning and creative reuse, you can reduce or eliminate wasted food.
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Reducing Your Landfill Contribution
The easiest way to reduce our landfill contribution is to start at the source and reduce how much waste we produce.
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Composting Leaves in Your Own Backyard
The leaves might be falling but they can still be of benefit. Collect them and create healthy soil by composting them with food scraps and other yard trimmings. Here are some hints to start reducing waste, recycling nutrients and improving your landscape and garden.
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