Resources (natural yard care) | City of Bellevue

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Volunteers planting at the Waterwise Garden

The City of Bellevue offers a host of resources, including fact sheets and videos, to help residents practice natural lawn and garden care.

In-Person Learning

Guided Tours: Call 425-451-3755 to schedule a guided tour of the Bellevue Botanical Garden’s Waterwise Garden.
Volunteer: Get hands-on experience with natural yard care by volunteering in the Waterwise Garden. For more information, contact Christine Jaeger or call 425-452-6166.
Learn about the plants in the Bellevue Botanical Garden Waterwise Garden.

General

Step 1: Build healthy soil

Step 2: Plant right for your site

Step 3: Practice smart watering

Watering Guide
Drip and Soak Guide
A Homeowner’s Guide to Becoming Sprinkler Savvy (video)
Converting Sprinklers to Drip Irrigation (video)
Setting an Automatic Sprinkler Schedule (video)

Step 4: Think twice before using pesticides

Step 5: Practice natural lawn care