Loving Nature: The No Mow May Movement and How It Helps the Environment.

No Mow May asks people to not cut grass in May. This helps flowers and grass grow for bugs and save water. The idea grew into Let It Bloom June and Leave the Leaves in the fall.

Amanda Healan in Nashville let her yard grow wild. The city told her to cut it. She put up a No Mow Month sign to show she was helping the environment.

Her backyard now has tall grass and native plants. Bugs and birds live there. She hears them all the time, especially in spring.

American lawns use too much water, sprays, and fertilizer. Some think No Mow is a trend that might help invasive plants. Experts say less mowing and more native plants helps more.

Less mowing helps water soak into the ground better. Brandon Griffith in Nashville stopped mowing and added flowers. Now, he sees many bugs and his neighbors like it too.