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Sustainable Landscape Products and Solutions



permeable pavers



Certain types of concrete pavers are installed with a special base and joint filler to create a permeable surface which allows water to drain down through it. There are many benefits and good reasons to use permeable pavers.



1.



reduce runoff



Rain and snow go down through the surface, instead of running off. This can help solve erosion, puddling and flooding problems. It also prevents pollutants from reaching watersheds and reduces water load on sewer systems


2.



Protect Lakes and Streams



Permeable surfaces may be required near shorelines, to help protect them from erosion and pollution



3.



Recharge groundwater



Higher volumes of water can reach the groundwater, and the water is filtered as it percolates down through the base aggregate layers


4.



Benefit Plantings



More water is draining down in your yard instead of washing away, and is available for your trees and shrubs


5.



Save money over time



Permeable systems have a higher initial cost, but if will save you money over time if they are fixing drainage problems and reducing your watering needs.



Making traditional pavers permeable



This permeable project on Delavan Lake uses a traditional paver (Barr Metro Paver) with permeable spacers and special joint sand.



*Note: It is vital that Permeable Pavers are installed correctly to the manufacturers specifications. We at Sunrise Gardens attend annual training seminars to keep current with correct procedures.



POLLINATOR GARDENS



Why are pollinator important?



75% of all of our food crops require or benefit from insect pollination


Pollinators are disappearing at alarming rates because of disease, habitat loss, and pesticide use.


Bees are the most well known pollinators, but there are also many species of butterflies, moths, flies, wasps, beetles, birds, bats, and even some mammals.



Use your landscape to help pollinators



Eliminate or reduce your pesticide use

Add to your landscape flowering plants that attract pollinators

Provide a water source- even a small birdbath or small water feature will help



Monarch Butterflies



The Monarch is one of our most recognizable American butterflies. Loss of habitat and food supply have greatly decreased the population of this amazing migrating butterfly.

Fortunately, we can do something to help this species, and all pollinators by planting pollinator friendly gardens. There are even funds for schools, communities, and businesses to aid in Monarch conservation efforts (more info here).



Creating a Monarch Friendly Garden:



1.



Provide Nectar Sources



Flowering plants including Butterfly Bush, Cosmos, Lantana, Allium, Coneflower, Joe Pye Weed, Liatris (blazing star), Sunflower, Salvia, Zinnia...and many more



2.



Site Plants Correctly



Butterflies feed on flowers in the sun, so place pollinator plants where they will will receive full sun from mid-morning to mid-afternoon. If you garden is shady, but you have a vegetable garden in a full-sun site, interplant your vegetables with annuals such as Zinnias, Sunflowers, and Cosmos. This is good for butterflies, and also brings some color into your vegetable garden!


3.



Don't Use Pesticides!!!



They kill all insects, including the good ones.


4.



Provide Food for the Caterpillars



Monarch caterpillars pretty much only eat Milkweed. Common milkweed is a favorite food source, but it is pretty invasive. Other species, including Butterfly milkweed, are good food sources, and also look nice in the landscape.


5.



Provide Water



Butterflies like to drink water and minerals from moist sand or puddles. You can add this feature to your garden by placing a dish of sand on the ground and keeping it moist. If you search online, you can find other creative ideas for butterfly puddles in the garden. After you have created your excellent butterfly habitat - you can register it with the Million Pollinator Garden Challenge!



Rainwater recycling



  • Harvest and Recycle Rainwater
  • Rainwater collection systems
  • Underground rainwater storage
  • Water features from stored rainwater
  • Landscaping Ponds
  • Irrigation systems from rainwater


Using collected rainwater instead of municipal water for landscape irrigation and water features can lower your water bills and save municipalities water treatment costs. It is also a way around watering restrictions in areas where water is in short supply. Rainwater harvesting systems are a newer concept that combines a recirculating water feature with an underground water storage system.


See examples at http://www.rainxchange.com/



plantings


Installation and care for healthy beautiful plants


Low Maintenance





We select plants that will be well suited to the conditions in your yard, and are low maintenance for easy enjoyment.


High Quality Locally Grown





We work hard to find the highest quality and healthiest plants for our customers.



Proper Installation





Planting and watering procedures can make or break a plant's long-term survival. Mulching helps hold moisture and insulates the roots.



Follow-Up Care





We work with you to create a plan to keep your plants well watered and maintained that works with your schedule and also keeps your plants looking good for years to come.


Ready to get Started?





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N2653 County Rd C
Darien, WI 53114
262-882-0811



Sunrise Gardens LLC