2026 Slow Mow-Let it Grow Program
Slow Mow - Let It Grow (previously No Mow May) is a pollinator conservation initiative that recognizes the importance of early flowering plants in residential lawns that can provide critical pollen and nectar resources to pollinators emerging from winter hibernation and returning from winter migration habitats. If you live within the City of Sun Prairie, this program facilitates reduced lawn mowing practices during a part of the year when urban landscapes lack flowering plants while also decreasing carbon emissions often associated with lawn care operations. The City of Sun Prairie is excited to offer its residents the opportunity to participate in its 5-week long Slow Mow-Let it Grow program from 4/20-5/31. Registered participants will have the opportunity to pick up a yard sign and a native plant seedling (details will be provided via email).
Property & Participant Information
Name
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First Name
Last Name
Address
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Property Type
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Residence
Commercial property
Other
Email
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example@example.com
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Additional Pollinator Conservation Practices
What additional pollinator conservation practices will you commit to in 2026? (check all that apply)
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I will plant native plants in my yard
I will replace some of my lawn with native wildflower alternatives
I will register for a Natural Lawn Permit with the City of Sun Prairie
I will sow a no-mow or low-mow lawn
I will set up shallow watering stations in my yard for pollinators
I will leave the leaves in my yard to increase pollinator hibernation and nesting habitat
I will delay garden cleanup, leaving stems and leaf debris until spring to provide pollinator hibernation and nesting habitat
I will reduce or eliminate fertilizer, herbicide, and pesticide use, and utilize organic alternatives as needed
I will use a higher deck setting on my lawnmower when I need to mow
I will reduce the frequency that I mow all mowing-season long, allowing for flowering lawn species to bloom in between cuttings
I will display a Slow Mow-Let it Grow (or No Mow May) yard sign in my yard to increase awareness of this practice in my neighborhood
None of the above
Other
Have you participated in this program in the past? If so, please check all of the years you participated.
This is my first year
I participated in 2023
I participated in 2022
I participated in 2024
I participated in 2025
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Emissions Calculation Data
We are collecting additional data to determine local emission savings as a result of this initiative.
What type of lawn mower do you use?
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Gasoline-powered mower
Electric mower
Manual mower
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Outside of the month of this program, how frequently do you mow your lawn?
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Weekly
Every other week
Once every three weeks
Once per month
Every other month
Other
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Are you interested in staying up to date with sustainability initiatives, programs, and events by signing up for our quarterly e-newsletter?
Yes, please add my e-mail address to the list
No, thank you
I already receive this newsletter
The city offers an application for Natural Lawn Registration. Would you consider registering? Find out more at: https://cityofsunprairie.com/2030/Natural-Lawn-Registration
Yes, I would consider registering my lawn as a natural lawn
No, a natural lawn is not the right fit for my property at this time
I have already registered my lawn as a natural lawn
I need more information to consider this option
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To expand awareness of this program, we offer a free yard sign for registrants to pick up. As a reminder, participants with yard signs from years past are encouraged to reuse that yard sign and can pickup a Slow Mow Let it Grow sticker to update No Mow May signs. Are you interested in picking up a free Slow Mow-Let it Grow yard sign?
Yes, I am interested in a free yard sign (pickup details will be emailed)
No, I am not interested in a free yard sign
To further enhance pollinator habitat within the City of Sun Prairie, by participating in this program you are eligible for a free native plant plant plug! These plants will be available for pickup (while supplies last) at a date yet to be determined in May. Are you interested in picking up a free seedling?
Yes, I am interested in a free seedling (pickup details will be emailed)
No, I am not interested in a free seedling
Do you have any additional information to provide to the Slow Mow - Let it Grow team, or questions about the program that you would like us to answer? What other information would you like to learn about?
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