Landscapers plant, mulch, trim, provide lawn and planting maintenance services, and more.  The huge amount of waste generated, water used, and energy consumed to develop and maintain landscaping can have a substantial impact on our environment.  By incorporating environmentally friendly practices into landscaping development and maintenance, the impact on the earth can be greatly reduced.  Methods such as composting and allowing grass clippings to decompose will help to preserve natural resources, save landfill space and prevent greenhouse gases.  Other methods to conserve resources include using and switching to natural, less toxic methods for fertilization and reducing landscape water consumption.  Landscapers listed in this section are dedicated to employing green landscaping services and products.