Eco Garden Toolkit:
From lawn to native plant

Category: Publication  /  Handmade book / Illustration / Cards

Duration: 3 months

Personal Project

2024


Project Description

Native plants are crucial. If most people opted for native plants in their yards instead of lawns, it would significantly benefit the local environment. But which plants are native? Why should we choose them over lawns? Why is it important? Most people might not be aware of these facts. 


Eco Garden Toolkit is designed to inspire and empower individuals to transform their yards into environmentally friendly spaces. Inside, you’ll find two enlightening zines: ‘Lawnless,’ which explains why traditional lawns are detrimental to the environment, and ‘The Power of Native Plants,’ which highlights the benefits of choosing native plants for your garden. 


Additionally, the toolkit includes eight detailed native plant cards and a packet of native seeds to help you start your own journey.


This toolkit is perfect for individuals who share their passion for the environment with their loved ones. 

It serves as a valuable resource for families aiming to foster environmental awareness and responsibility in their children. For nature enthusiasts, it acts as a gateway to deep-en their understanding of how they can contribute to a healthier planet. 


With the Eco Garden Toolkit, you’ll quickly learn why native plants are a superior choice over traditional lawns and be inspired to begin your own native plant garden.

Credits

Author: Austin Ma,Yucen Yao

Graphic designer: Yucen Yao

Illustrator: Yucen Yao

Adviser: Shannon Scrofano, Yuying Chen, Yasmin Gibson, Hillary Kapan

Photographer: Zoe Liu, Yucen Yao

Credits

Author: Austin Ma,Yucen Yao

Graphic designer: Yucen Yao

Illustrator: Yucen Yao

Adviser: Shannon Scrofano, Yuying Chen, Yasmin Gibson, Hillary Kapan

Photographer: Zoe Liu, Yucen Yao