Lower Energy Bills Part II

Last Energy Saving Post, we added Window Film to those large windows to provide protection from UV and Infrared energy as well as saving on our 2009 Federal Tax bill. Good stuff! The few posts will be simple things we can do without much trouble. Now for another easy energy and therefore $$$ saving tip!
Have you considered a Trellis covered with a lush green vine as a bit of shade on your deck, screened porch or a window/door that just gets too much sun? A is an easy solution, keeping the sun at bay while adding green to the landscape.
Should you be handy, you might make a simple trellis from 1x1’s or even some small copper pipes. Explore your local hardware store or Lawn & Garden store for materials to make your own trellis. Advice from your local hardware store owner or Lawn& Garden store owner will make your decision making so much easier. Local experts know which woods or pipes will last the longest in your area. So use your local experts! They know your area, what works best in your climate and are willing to share with you.
Now, if you are not handy or just don’t have the time, you can purchase one at your local Lawn & Garden store or local Hardware store. Pre-made, painted or stained, they come in lots of shapes and sizes.
Be certain to measure your location before you leave home, no matter how you acquire your trellis. Proper size makes a difference in having much needed shade or just a pretty bush!
While at your Lawn & Garden store, hunt for vines that grow well in your area. Living in the South, we have many vines that provide shade almost year round! I particularly like Confederate Jasmine as well as Clemantis. Again, your local Lawn & Garden expert can assist you with your plants.
So plant some green vines around a trellis to provide the shade you desire, add flowers for the hummingbirds to enjoy and leafy filters for cleaner air as they add decoration to your home.
More Energy Saving Tips Next Post!