more... > Louisiana Yards & Neighborhoods > LYN PowerPoint > Reduce Stormwater Runoff [Image: title slide] Rain that falls in your yard should soak into your yard. It's good for the landscape and protects waterways. Landscapes for Wildlife [Image: Title Slide] As our communities expand, we lament the loss of birds and other wildlife, but often our own yards are partly to blame. You can provide habitat for wildlife in your landscape. Manage Yard Pests [Image: title slide] A responsible and environmentally friendly approach to pest management is Integrated Pest Management. Common Landscape Diseases [Image: Title Slide] Diseases occur on landscape plants when environmental conditions are suitable for pathogens to develop on them. Prevention is the key to management.  more articles... Weed Management [Image: Title Slide] Weeds are the No. 1 pest in Louisiana lawns. They are in direct competition with lawns for essential nutrients, water and light. Water Efficiently [Image: Title slide] Adequate soil moisture is essential for a thriving landscape. Providing uniform moisture is critical for most plants to prevent drought stress during dry periods. Maximize Mulch [Image: Title Slide] A mulch layer around trees, shrubs, planted beds and bare ground provides many benefits. Fertilize Effectively [Image: title slide] Fertilizers provide mineral elements needed for plant health. Fertilizing can be done by applying composted organic material, packaged fertilizer or a specific mineral, such as iron. LYN Introduction, long version [Image: Title slide] The goal is to encourage homeowners to create and maintain landscapes in ways that minimize environmental damage/impact through educational programs and outreach activities. Right Plant, Right Place [Image: Title slide] Developing an attractive, properly functioning landscape is best done using a process. LYN - Introduction, short version [Image: title slide] The goal is to encourage homeowners to create and maintain landscapes in ways that minimize environmental damage/impact through educational programs and outreach activities. Louisiana Yards & Neighborhood PowerPoint [Image: LYN] Louisiana Yards & Neighborhood PowerPoint presentation to assist in training volunteers for the implementation of this program.