A food forest is a garden plan that mimics the ecosystem and growth patterns of a natural forest as a means toward organic, sustainable and profitable food production. This can involve leveraging an existing forest to gradually integrate edible plants, and increase the biodiversity and sustainability of food production systems. … Read more
Food forests have existed in the world for thousands of years, but have yet to be fully adopted as a profitable and effective farming model. This is mostly due to the fact that existing food forests are oriented towards long-term benefits, while mainstream farming practices are geared towards short-term profitability. … Read more
You can choose to grow your wildflowers in pots if you have limited space in your garden or if you intend to keep things visually interesting. Wildflowers can add to the aesthetic of your landscape when grown in container pots strategically placed on your lawn. You can place your pots … Read more
You should plant trees that produce edible vegetation to encourage deer to your garden. You can choose to plant either soft mast or hard mast trees. Soft mast produces fleshy fruits such as pears and apples, while hard mast trees produce fruits with thick, hard shells such as acorns that … Read more
Squirrels eat a variety of nuts and foliage from native trees. As a gardener, you should aim to plant trees that provide food and shelter for squirrels. They can be attracted to your yard with minimal effort, and so will birds and deer. Some gardeners use feeders to attract squirrels … Read more
You can lure birds to your yard by planting trees that are a good source of food or offer great nesting sites. Native birds grow to rely on the food and shelter provided by local plants and trees. It is best to plant trees native to your area, to ensure … Read more
You can transform your backyard into a wildlife sanctuary by planting trees that are friendly to native animals. When planting trees in your garden, you should consider trees native to your area as they serve the needs of local animals better. Extensive research is required to ensure that the trees … Read more
Native shrubs and trees are the best choices for wildlife, as they provide food to a variety of insects and birds. Their flowers appeal to bees and other pollinators. Woody shrubs also provide shelter and breeding places for wildlife. Insects such as butterflies use shrubs as natural windbreakers. Birds can … Read more
You can plant native ground covers in your garden to provide habitat and food for wildlife. Many home gardeners are taking an interest in low-growing perennials due to the value they provide to local wildlife. These ground-covering plants do not need regular maintenance once they take hold in your garden. … Read more
You have many choices of ground cover to choose for your garden. Fast-growing ground cover plants are best for the parts of your landscape where nothing grows well. They are low maintenance and their aggressive growth is good for choking out weeds. Here’s a list of fast-growing ground cover plants: … Read more