To attract butterflies, don't kill the caterpillars A butterfly garden should include two kinds of plants: Some for caterpillars and others with nectar for adults. Brightly colored butterflies can be a welcome addition to your wildlife garden, not only because of their beauty, but also because of their usefulness in pollinating flowers. By planting a combination of flowering plants, native grasses and leafy shrubs you can create a beautiful garden that is not only pleasing to the human eye with color and balance, but also attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds. Here are some tips to make your garden especially butterfly-friendly.  

Erosion control can be incorporated into landscapes to prevent soil from washing away. In many cases the control methods will not only prevent the soil washing away, but will enhance the landscape by holding back valuable soil nutrients. There are many methods to control erosion, from putting drain lines underground to planting new landscape, to dry river beds to move water from one point to another. Just know that each property has its own solution. Erosion control and drainage issues must be very well planned and thought out. It is always best to leave such major landscape problems to the professionals. We at ITMLandscape can find a solution to almost any erosion control or drainage issues. We have been providing effective erosion control services to our clients throughout the greater Atlanta Georgia region for many years and with great success. If you are having any type of issues with erosion or flooding on your residential or commercial property then we are the company to talk too! Erosion Control Methods Many homeowners don’t tend to give special attention to the erosion control and drainage of their property until it is almost too late. It is always ideal that these issues be attended when the initial landscaping is being designed and installed. Erosion and flooding can affect many of features in your landscape such as foundation, retaining walls, patios, and even your home. If you have landscapes that are sloped you will find that controlling erosion might be an issue. Also having a bare slope can cause soil and rocks to slide away and perhaps cause damage or simply just flow away with rainfall. There are a lot of ways to control landscape erosion including the following: Grass: Grass is an inexpensive way to control erosion. You may opt to use artificial turf which is an instant way of achieving a mature lawn. Mulching: Mulch allows the absorption of water and also the slow release of the water into the soil beneath. There are many types of mulch on the market today which can make it a confusing decision to make. The team at SCCR Landscapes will provide you with all the assistance you need. Mulching will secure your soils and prevent them from running away. Matting: This method of erosion control works well for steep slopes. The addition of matting allows plants to hold on steep sloped parcels of land. They also work to slow down the flow of water. Boulders: Our landscapers can add rocks to your steeper areas which will assist in slowing down the flow of water and may help hold down some of the soil. Other barriers can also be used such as rails and timbers. Terraced Walls: Terraced walls have long been used to enable the use of sloped land plots. It was very popular for farming techniques and the prevention of erosion control. With the help of the professional team at ITM Landscape Atlanta you can be assured that we will come up with an erosion control solution that will work best for your landscape needs. Thank you for choosing ITM Landscape Management for all your landscape design, installation and lawn maintenance needs in Gwinnett county . Eric Soles, OwnerEddie Soles, Owner Phone: 678-773-0380 In the Mow Landscape Management, Inc. Snellville, GA 30078 Specializing in landscape management, design, installation, and maintenance.  Year-round Lawn Maintenance, Reel Mowing, Landscape Renovation, Yard and Mower Bed Designs, Landscape Lighting, Rainwater Harvesting Systems, Irrigation Installation and Repair,  Drip Irrigation, Drainage and Erosion control, Grading and Sink hole repair Serving the Atlanta area.  Loganville, Grayson, Lawrenceville, Snellville, Duluth, Suwanee, Johns Creek, Berkeley Lake, Buford, Hamilton Mill, Tucker, Norcross, Smoke Rise area, Stone Mountain, Decatur, North Druid Hills, Historic Brookhaven

What is Rainwater Harvesting?Many residential and commercial properties in the City of Atlanta are fitted with downspouts.When it rains, water runs off roofs, through these downspouts and usually onto an impervious surface such as a sidewalk, driveway or parking lot. 'Rainwater Harvesting' refers to the collection and storage of rain. Collection is usually from rooftops, and storage in catchment tanks. Stored water can be used for non-potable purposes such as irrigating lawns, washing cars, or flushing toilets. Rainwater harvesting systems can range from a simple barrel at the bottom of a downspout to multiple tanks with pumps and controls. Before the creation of public water utilities, rainwater harvesting provided water for many American homes. It is still popular in places with limited water resources such as island communities like Hawaii. While we think of ourselves as living in a rainy climate, recent drought conditions throughout the US remind us how quickly we can run short of water. [pdf http://www.caes.uga.edu/applications/publications/files/pdf/B%201372_2.PDF 680 680] Thanks for choosing ITM Landscape Management for all your landscape design, installation and lawn maintenance needs. Eric Soles In the Mow Landscape Management, Inc. Atlanta / Snellville, GA 30078 Phone: 678-773-0380 Landscape Management, Design, Installation and Maintenance. Year-Round Lawn Maintenance, Drip Irrigation Installation and Rainwater Harvesting Systems. In The Mow Landscape – Your Gardening Guide in the Atlanta area, Georgia. Serving the Atlanta area, Loganville, North Buckhead, Grayson, Snellville, Lawrenceville, Berkeley Lake, Duluth, Suwannee, Dacula, Hamilton Mill Buford area, Norcross,  Tucker Stone Mountain – Smoke Rise Area, North Druid Hills, Johns creek, Historic Brookhaven.