Dissatisfied with breathing in fumes all day and believing improvements could be made to standard groundskeeping practices, we decided to take a fresh yet natural approach to lawns and garden care.

At Whakatane Lawns and Gardens, we decided that if we were going to do something, then we were going to do it as sustainably as we could for all involved – be it the environment, our clients or our own health. Here’s how:

Vehicles and tools

Both our vehicles and our power tools are all electric, reducing our carbon footprint by avoiding fossil fuels – and yes! No more fumes. Our tools also produce noticeably less noise pollution, therefore making it easier to work in sensitive areas such as in the vicinity of pets, children and rest homes. Many clients mention they can barely hear us coming!

Processes

We build an eco conscious mentality into all our work processes, such as using mowers with a mulch plug to recycle nutrients back into the lawns. While things like weed mat have their place, we prefer to imitate nature’s blueprint by opting for mulches, ground cover plants and biodiversity to promote healthier ecosystems for all.

Work systems

We are conscious of health and safety both for us and others around – be it noise pollution, air pollution, ergonomic tool choices or protection from the sun. We are always investigating new products with less environmental impact, such as biodegradable strimmer line, with a preference for locally sourced materials for lowest carbon footprint.