Landscaping Can Have an Effect on your Energy Bill

You may not have thought that landscaping could have an effect on your energy bill, but it can! Well designed landscaping can be beautiful and can save a substantial amount of energy. In fact, landscaping for energy efficiency tends to return an initial investment in an average of 8 years.  Shade is a poweful tool in the battle to save energy and money.  The location of plantings can also affect your home’s exposure to wind, which plays an important role in the temperature of your house. 

Here is a great resource on how smart landscaping can save you money and energy

http://www.energysavers.gov/your_home/landscaping/