Natural landscapes ... Green carpet

Keep Landscaping Natural. Use plants that are native to your area because they are naturally sustainable and easier to grow.

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Buy Local Products Built from Renewable Sources. Bamboo and eucalyptus are hard woods that grow quickly and are sustainable, but always look for locally sourced products. Bamboo flooring coming from more than 500 miles away is not as good as buying locally.

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Look for "Green" Carpet. Green carpet is made of natural fibers, usually organically grown cotton and wool, or made from recycled materials. Non-natural fiber carpet is a petroleum product and requires energy and oil to manufacture.

(Distributed by Scripps Howard News Service, http://www.scrippsnews.com)