Bay Brotocol
Storm drains in San Diego lead right into the bay - and there’s no elaborate filtration system. Great for curbing floods during thunderstorm, sure … dangerous when the storm is a toxic concoction of pesticides, chemicals, fertilizers and other harmful products carried by overwatering! Seahorses, sea turtles, fishies, and other marine life aren’t pests - they don’t wanna drink that, either. There are solutions, tho, bro - taking good care of your yard also takes good care of your bay. #ThatsMyBay
Why is it important not to overwater your lawn?
- Seahorsies, sea turtles and fishies are not pests! But the pesticide we put on lawns gets washed away into the bay and hurts our sea creatures.
- Weedkiller is not meant for seaweed! And fertilizer is not meant for eelgrass! But lawn chemicals carry toxins that are washed into the bay and do serious damage.
- Overuse of chemicals and over-watering landscaping all contributes to this harmful process.
How you can help:
- Use native plants and xeriscaping which require less water and fertilizers.
- Practice environmentally friendly gardening by using safe, natural products and methods instead of harsh chemicals.
- Use only what you need when watering to ensure excess water does not wash away debris or chemicals into storm drains.
Looking for more ways to take care of your bay?
We’ve got you covered with #ThatsMyBay tips, action items, and stories here!
