Intro to Ecological Gardening

Do you long for a garden that requires less maintenance, less water, and no chemicals? Do you also want a garden that supports pollinators, wildflowers, more biodiversity and healthier soil?

Ecological gardening may be the answer. It’s been the buzz word as the latest trend, but ecological gardening is not just a trend. It is a way to garden responsibly and intentionally that is becoming a way of life. 

What exactly is it? Ecological gardening strives to mimic and restore our local ecosystems. It’s the art of growing gardens that are suited to our area. It’s also a different way of thinking. Instead of choosing plants that only please you, it’s intentionally selecting plants that will support wildlife that already lives in our ecosystem, sustaining it through the four seasons. 

If you’ve read any books by Doug Tallamy, you already know some of the principles and practices of this type of gardening. If you haven’t read them, it’s worth your time to read “Bringing Nature Home” and “Nature’s Best Hope”. Copies will be available for purchase this weekend. 
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We’ll be digging into the five practices of ecological gardening over the next few weeks here in the newsletter.

• 1. Discover your own eco region
• 2. Grow the right plants for each place
• 3. Keep your soil covered
• 4. Attract beneficial insects
• 5. Use natural fertilizers

Watch for an opportunity to continue the conversation in person here at Burlington Garden Center coming soon.