Granny’s Gems No. 4

Granny’s Gems offers simple solutions for everyday life to save our planet, ourselves, and for future generations. These solutions will save money, save our environment, find alternatives, and reduce the chemicals that are all around us. Each one of us can reduce, reuse, and recycle. Never stop learning. Never stop trying. We offer and accept input from all. Have an idea? We’d love to hear from you.

Think about what you’ve had for breakfast from the jam on your toast to the coffee beans or tea leaves that make up your morning cup. All of these products rely on pollinators to survive and thrive. Consider keeping your lawn chemical free and pollinator-friendly. Leave the dandelions alone. We can really do something for the local bees, insects, birds and plants.

If you’d like to help the birds with their nest building which saves them valuable energy for breeding – here is a simple solution. Pile grass clippings or small twigs and sticks in your yard, allowing birds easy access to materials they would otherwise have to search for. Be sure you don’t use fertilizers, pesticides, or other chemicals on your lawn.

Cleaning recyclables prevents contamination, mold and pests which pose health and sanitation risks. How do you properly prep recycling without sending valuable gallons of water down the drain? Bottles containing liquids can be emptied and air-dried. If you need to use water, consider using graywater which is lightly used water. Washing fruits, vegetables or dishes in a large bowl or tub will leave you with graywater perfectly suited for washing recyclables before going down the drain. Bottles with smaller openings that are tougher to clean can be filled with graywater, closed and shaken until clean.

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