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Ridgewood NJ, in a landmark move towards environmental sustainability, New York State has officially banned the use of artificial turf. The ban, set to go into effect in late 2024, marks a significant step towards reducing the use of harmful materials and promoting the use of eco-friendly alternatives.
Something about the start of spring makes us want to refresh and revamp our homes. But with so many home improvement projects available, it can take time to figure out where to start. From simple DIY updates to larger structural changes, you should consider a few key areas this season if you’re looking for an inspiring transformation. Whether you want to increase your home’s energy efficiency, enhance its curb appeal, or make it more comfortable and enjoyable, there’s something here for everyone.
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Creating a unique garden space is easier said than done. It takes a lot of effort and creativity to make your outdoor space feel like an expression of yourself, rather than something out of a magazine. You don’t have to break the bank or reinvent the wheel when it comes to taking your garden in new directions; with just some simple additions, you can transform it into something truly special. In this post, we’ll share our top tips for adding that extra bit of flair to spruce up your yard – without breaking the bank! So if you’re looking for a few affordable ways to make sure your garden stands out from its neighbors, then read on and take notes – these ideas will help you create an amazing atmosphere both inside and outside your home!
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Designing your pool area can be both exciting and overwhelming. With the right planning and attention to detail, you can create a beautiful and functional space that you and your family will enjoy for years to come. Here is some smart advice on how to design your pool area.
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When you want to establish a flower or vegetable garden at your home, you should properly plan it. Gardening is part of the landscaping, and it also helps improve the aesthetic appearance of your home. Incorporating grain spawn bags can also allow you to grow mushrooms, adding a unique and edible element to your garden. However, to achieve this goal, there are certain elements that you should know. Here are the four things to consider when planning your garden.
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Ridgewood NJ, NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife has created an interesting website to upgrade Your yard for wildlife! With all the extra time at home lately, lots of people are trading travel plans for house projects, starting gardens, and finding ways to make our yards a little more cozy, colorful, and self-sufficient. The right kind of landscaping can also make a better home for beneficial insects (and other wildlife, too), for whom backyard habitats are important “stepping-stones” that keep their populations healthy and connected.
Jersey-Friendly Yards has great tips to help you create that better yard! Mow less and flower more…get inspired with the Interactive Yard tool:
The Interactive Yard – Learn how to transform yours into a Jersey-Friendly Yard!
Catch the summer webinar series, “Wild About Jersey-Friendly Yards,” to get bonus pointers for your backyard habitat. And check the Jersey-Friendly plant database to pick the best native plantings for your specific part of the Garden State.
See our Connecting Habitat Across New Jersey Guidance Document (Chapter 4, page 9) for even more resources like these. You don’t need a lot of land to be part of the CHANJ!
Not to mention the impact this thoughtless regulation has had on area businesses and employment. I heard Rohslers and others have complained to Ridgewood that the restrictions are impacting their business because people don’t want to invest in plants, etc. I’m considering cutting back my weekly landscaping service to twice a month. There is an economic ripple effect to this decision which I don’t think this council considered. If it was in response to an emergency I could understand it, but considering the amount of rain this season it seems nothing short of ridiculous. We should be able to water more than twice a week for 2 or 3 months of the year and maintain our properties that we all invest in dearly. Every other day watering seems reasonable unless of emergency drought conditions, and I want to see the rest of our service area comply with this rule otherwise it’s discriminating against Ridgewood
Village of Ridgewood Commercial Power – Landscaping and Tool Regulations
Reminder: Ridgewood Code Chapter 221-1: The hours for the commercial operation of power tools including landscaping equipment are 7:30am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday and 9:00am to 1:00pm on Saturday. No use is permitted on Sunday. (Ordinance #2772)
