Eco-friendly gardening is more than a buzzword. With a few simple landscape-design choices, you can save resources, reduce waste, and create a healthier garden.
Ecological garden design: methods and tips
Ecological garden design supports sustainable landscaping through practical choices. Choose plant varieties that naturally suit your local climate, as they usually need less water and care. Ask about invasive species before buying plants, and avoid varieties that spread aggressively into wild areas. Instead of a hard fence, consider a green wall or living boundary.
Ecological garden design and resource savings
Water less in summer, collect rainwater for irrigation, and keep pesticides and chemicals to a minimum. Compost and other organic fertilizers are better choices for the soil. Use an electric or solar-powered mower when possible, let the grass grow a little higher in hot weather, and reduce lawn area by planting evergreen or low-maintenance species. Reuse bags, buy fertilizer in larger quantities to reduce packaging, and share garden tools with neighbors.
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