Sustainable Landscapes
Insect Pollinator Best Management Practices for Minnesota Yards and Gardens
This PDF guide from the MN Department of Agriculture outlines best management practices (BMPs) for creating and improving nesting and foraging habitat for insect pollinators.
Information from the City of Vadnais Heights on protecting pollinators.
Information from the City of Vadnais Heights on planting sustainable landscapes in the city.
Native plant suppliers, landscapers, and restoration consultants for Minnesota
Lists maintained by the DNR of native plant suppliers and consultants for Minnesota. Companies must certify that they sell Minnesota native plants sourced from the state, do not sell invasive or noxious plants, and/or have experience as a native plant consultant or habitat restoration specialist.
Composting
With free compostable bags, you can collect food scraps and drop them off at a Ramsey County collection site to be processed into compost and used in gardening and landscaping. There’s a drop-off site right in Vadnais Heights at 3595 Arcade St. N.
Recycling
Household Recycling in Ramsey County
Household Hazardous Waste Recycling in Ramsey County
Electronics Recycling in Ramsey County
Energy
Find out how much money you can save with free incentives and tax credits when you electrify your home.
Grants
VLAWMO offers grant opportunities to help property owners with projects that benefit water quality.
The Lawns to Legumes program offers a combination of workshops, coaching, planting guides and cost-share funding (individual support grants) for installing pollinator-friendly native plantings in residential lawns.