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Who we are Our website address is: https://bluethumb.org. What personal data we collect and why we collect it Comments When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data…  Read More →

Pollinator Meadows are expansive areas full of a diversity of native plants, much like the original prairie that covered the Great Plains. Pollinator meadows are the most beneficial choice for supporting as many pollinators as possible, so if you have the time and space to create a pollinator meadow, go for it! The easiest way…

Pocket Plantings are a great way to introduce biodiversity in your yard. Starting small makes the project more manageable. It’s also easier to care for your garden as it establishes.…  Read More →

Low-Maintenance Turf functions as a typical lawn but is composed of species that require less water and fewer inputs. This option may be appealing if you want to keep the appearance of a traditional lawn and have areas of frequent or intense use. Back to Turf Alternatives Home

Perennial Ground Cover can be created from a mix of tightly-knit grasses and flowering plants. If you have low-use, low-foot traffic areas and welcome a non-traditional look, this option offers the maximum ecological impact—though it requires an investment of planning, time, and money, and has higher maintenance needs at first. Back to Turf Alternatives Home

A Pollinator Lawn introduces a diversity of low-growing flowering plants into a typical lawn. This provides forage for pollinators, and the plants have deeper roots that need less watering. If you are not concerned with having a uniform carpet of green lawn in frequently-used areas, this may be the best option to help restore the…

Blue Thumb Update On May 27, 2015, the RCWD Board of Managers approved the Blue Thumb license and transfer agreement. The agreement begins with a two-year license period under which…  Read More →