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Native Yard Swap

Native Yard Swap

著者： Blake
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Native Yard Swap is a native landscaping podcast for suburban homeowners swapping lawns for lower-input native yards—not ecology interview shows. We own region plant lists, year-1–2 establishment playbooks, mulch and watering cadence, and HOA diplomacy checklists when replacing turf. Practical native yard conversion—not academic ecology. Search Native Yard Swap on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly native plant and lawn-replacement episodes. Audio for this show is produced with AI assistance. Episodes are researched, scripted, and reviewed for accuracy before release.

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  • Native Yard Swap main episode for 2026-07-16

    Native Yard Swap main episode for 2026-07-16
    2026/08/20
    In this episode, we tackle the frustrating early hurdles of switching from a patchy lawn to a thriving native yard. Blake breaks down why old turf habits clash with new plant needs, like compacted soil and mismatched watering, and shares a simple three-step plan to cut plant loss and save time. Learn how to test drainage, apply mulch correctly, and set a smart deep-soak schedule that matches regional conditions. We also cover site matching, phased turf removal, heat-wave tweaks, and long-term care through year three.

    Key takeaways:
    - Test soil drainage first and loosen compacted spots before planting.
    - Use two inches of mulch with a stem gap to retain moisture and block weeds.
    - Water deeply once a week for the first eight weeks, then stretch intervals while monitoring soil.
    - Group plants by water needs and match species to your actual sun and drainage.

    📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at native@senseofthisshit.com.
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  • Navigate Region Plant Lists, Year-1-2 Establishment, HOA Diplomacy Checklists

    Navigate Region Plant Lists, Year-1-2 Establishment, HOA Diplomacy Checklists
    2026/07/12
    In this episode of Native Yard Swap, Blake delivers practical first steps for suburban homeowners ready to build a lower-input native yard without scattered advice or early failures. The focus stays on region plant lists matched to your climate and soil, clear year-one and year-two establishment schedules for watering and replacements, and HOA diplomacy checklists that keep projects compliant and neighbor-friendly.

    Key takeaways include:
    - List your zip code, then select three to five plants from local extension or native society resources that already note reduced maintenance needs.
    - Mark an eight-week twice-weekly watering log for new installs, shifting to soil checks every ten days in year two to encourage deep roots.
    - Create a one-page plan with plant heights, bed sketches, and guideline references before submitting to your HOA, then track responses by line number for quick revisions.

    These steps replace guesswork with calendar-ready actions that protect your timeline and budget. Visit a neighbor with an approved bed for extra tips on screening requirements.

    📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at native@senseofthisshit.com.
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