The Importance of Green Spaces In Urban Environments

Green spaces in urban settings are incredibly important, and this infographic lays out many of the amazing benefits green spaces offer. From improving the quality of life, to boosting the value of the properties located near the green spaces, let's take a look at what this infographic has to show us about green spaces. 

What are the benefits of green spaces in urban environments?

This infographic lays out many of the benefits offered by green spaces. For one, they can have positive effects on human health, as well having a positive influence on the youth. Even going as far as preventing youth from going to jail. Additionally, green spaces reduce temperatures by as much as 5 degrees. 

What are the negative effects of urbanization?

Some of the negative effects of urbanization include a decrease of green spaces, which results in a decrease in spaces for wildlife to live, as well as increases the temperature of the area. This also leads to less water retention in a habitat, ultimately causing a dryer area, which can lead to desertification.

This is crazy but there is more, green spaces can actually filter water and help keep it clean. This same effect also helps reduce erosion.

What are some simple solutions to encourage green spaces?

There are many native plants in each habitat and encouraging the growth of native species can be helpful for inviting native wildlife and bugs, as well as pollinators. Government planning and cooperation can also lead to greener spaces. 

At the end of the day, you can see that green spaces are clearly a beneficial part of any urban environment. By maintaining green spaces, and encouraging them to grow, we can improve our quality of live! This infographic was produced by The Green Space Alliance. Check out our blog for more great lawn care infographics, and one-of-a-kind articles to help you get a greener lawn

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