Zero Emission
Sustainable landscape design: what does it mean?
The word “sustainability” may be relatively new, and quite frankly overused, but its underlying ethic has deep roots on the North American continent. Native Americans have historically held to the “seven generations” rule, meaning that all decisions should take into account the impact on seven generations into the future.
Read MoreCreating natural looking water features
Your backyard pond can be a source of great pleasure and enjoyment, adding to your landscape what few other features can; including, sound, movement, and wildlife attraction. However, while a water feature has potential to add so much to your landscape, it can be difficult to make it actually belong with the landscape.
Read MoreRain Gardens: sustainable landscaping
A rain garden is basically an area where water collects and infiltrates on your property, rather than rushing to the municipal storm sewer system. Occasionally, if your soil has good drainage and plants are well established, simply adjusting the landscape so that downspouts and paved surfaces drain into existing gardens is all that’s needed.
Read MoreNatural Playground in Guelph
Quiet Nature has completed it’s first natural playground installation. Designed by the landscape architects at Dougan and Associates for First Steps Daycare (Guelph, ON), this playscape includes natural features aimed at triggering a child’s imagination.
Read MoreA review from Paris, Ontario
“We chose Quiet Nature because we liked the fact that they care about the environmental footprint they will leave behind.
Read MoreGood landscaping reduces home energy consumption
This video, from the American Society of Landscape Architects, gives an easy to follow explanation of the importance of good design in reducing home energy consumption.
Read MoreGetting Your Lawn Off Gas
An article from The Record describes Quiet Nature’s re-branding and transformation, highlighting the launch of its zero emission maintenance division.
Read MoreGreen driveway featured in local magazine
Quiet Nature’s first green driveway installation is featured in the inaugural edition of ‘Green Living in Waterloo Region’.
Read MoreZero Emission Landscape Maintenance Launch
Thanks to those who came to see us at the KW Home and Garden Show last month. We had a great time introducing our new service, and the mini truck was a hit.
Read MoreLandscaping Company Goes Electric
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release LANDSCAPE COMPANY GOES ELECTRIC! March 28, 2011 Ayr, ON An innovative local business is making a big difference for our Region’s air quality this season. Quiet Nature Ltd. (formerly Naturally Maintained Ltd.) is leading the way by introducing its zero emission lawn and garden care division. The service will only…
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