Backyard Style Supports Lights Out for Earth Day Tonight at 8:30 p.m. Eastern

Saturday, March 28– So, tonight’s the night– the whole world is going to try and conserve energy by shutting off all lights for one hour. Backyard Style is eager to give this a go and see what will happen during this unique experience. However, some people may get spooked by the notion of being in the dark for an hour, so here are some solar lighting products that will shed some light without using electric power.

The Gardman Solar Post Lights, pictured above, are great for lighting any walkway, pathway or driveway. These sleek looking lights add character and class to your outdoor environment instantly with a slim stainless steel design.

These lights are solar powered with a white bulb that turns on at dusk. There’s no wiring involved, so lights may be placed any where. A convenient on/off switch allows you turn off the lights. The Gardman Solar Post Lights come with a ground stake to easily insert them into the ground. Sold in a pack of 4.

For more intense lighting needs, Gardman also features Solar Spot Lights. The 2 pack spotlights are great for highlighting plants, shrubs or house/garden features. By using solar technology, this light is environmentally friendly and saves on electricity. The spotlights can be easily installed and include 3 AA rechargeable batteries.

The Gardman Solar Spot light turns on at night and gives off a bright white glow. The roof contains a large solar panel, which absorbs sunlight throughout the day. These lights should be placed in direct sunlight, away from shade. Secure by staking into the ground (stakes included). Dimensions are 4.5 in. Diameter x 15.75 in. High.

These lights are great for use anywhere in a sunny yard.

Finally, a manufacturer with complete pond care that is environmentally friendly, Organica Biotech, Inc. This company manufactures high quality, environmentally responsible products. Their products are both cost effective and naturally safe solutions as an alternative to chemical solutions.

Organica Pristine Pond Clarifier will improve your pond’s clarity and water quality while being safe to use for fish and plants. This product is a all natural microbial based water treatment. It will remove excess phosphates, nitrates and ammonia and reduces muck and sediments in the water. Specifically formulated to improve water quality and clarity and biodegrades excess organic sludge and sediment as it reduces foul odors including hydrogen sulfide, seeds and maintains all types of biological filters. All in all this means you will enjoy naturally cleaner, clearer water.

Easy to use: It can be used in spring, summer and fall and will work under a wide pH range (5 – 9.5). For ponds 500 – 1000 gallons, use 12 oz. initially. For maintenance, use 4 oz. weekly, four times a week, then 4 oz. monthly. Safe for fish and plants. Available in quart or gallon size.

Now that your pond is clear, it is time to work on the plants Organica Aqua Stim Pond Supplement is a natural growth stimulator specifically formulated to promote healthy, controlled growth in aquatic plants. This is not a fertilizer, but a aquatic plant growth stimulator that has been derived from natural marine plant extracts. It is all natural and does not contain nitrogen or phosphorus, so it will not stimulate algae blooms. What is will do is promote rich foliage and spectacular blooms. This has to be the the ideal nutritional supplement for both potted and floating plants.

Easy to use: Application rates: 50-200 gallons: Shock dose of 4 oz. then 3 oz. monthly 201-500 gallons: Shock dose of 5 oz. then 4 oz. monthly 501-2,000 gallons: Shock dose of 6 oz. then 5 oz. monthly 2,001-5,000 gallons: Shock dose of 8 oz.then 7 oz. monthly 5,001-10,000 gallons: Shock dose of 10 oz.then 8 oz. monthly

What can be more satisfying than to have a beautiful clear pond with healthy plants? Knowing that you accomplished this using all natural, environmentally friendly products!

April 22, 2008 is Earth Day.

On April 22, 1970, 20 million people across America celebrated the first Earth Day. It was a time when cities were buried under their own smog and polluted rivers caught fire. Now Earth Day is celebrated annually around the globe. Through the combined efforts of the U.S. government, grassroots organizations, and citizens like you, what started as a day of national environmental recognition has evolved into a world-wide campaign to protect our global environment.

Plant a flower with an Eco Friendly Planter for Earth Day.

How about saving some water?

The Running Faucet – Do you leave the water running while you brush your teeth for 2 minutes? Then nearly ten gallons of water just slid down the drain. Remember, you PAY for that! Now, think about saving water when you shave, wash dishes, do laundry, water the lawn, wash the car, hose off the sidewalks…. avoid sending water and $$$ down the drain.

Use Cloth Instead – Carry cloth shopping bags. Use rags or towels instead of paper towels for cleaning. And yes — consider using cloth diapers for your baby at least some of the time.

Got Baby? Use Earth Friendly Flushable Diapers Gdiapers – they are great, period.

Visit Green and More for Eco Friendly products and tips to stay Green! They have a great selection of water conservation and energy savings products and tips. You win, they win and our Earth wins .. not to forget that our children win.

Environmental responsibility is everyone’s responsibility. So this Earth Day, make protecting our planet an every day commitment, and together we can create a cleaner, healthier world.