Chumasande MatiwaneYou may have done regenerative gardening without knowing it. Any actions you take to nourish your garden soil, such as using less fertiliser, using dead leaves on the ground, all contribute towards regenerating the garden. So you might be wondering what exactly regenerative gardening is
What is regenerative gardening?
Regenerative gardening has been practised by gardeners for many years and is not a new or trendy concept. These gardeners understood the importance of nurturing their soil while growing crops. The methods of garden regeneration emphasise sustainable practices in garden management.
It is a gardening style that focuses on bettering the garden naturally and organically. Implementing regenerative practices in your garden nourishes the soil, promoting growth that reinforces and integrates into the surrounding ecosystem. Using this practice helps reduce the need for pesticides and insecticides by employing a wide range of other techniques to promote healthy, nutrient-dense growth.
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The benefits of regenerative gardening
The benefits of regenerative gardening are many, resulting in healthier crops. It not only benefits you but also benefits the environment, increasing biodiversity. Regenerative gardening promotes benefits such as:
- Better and healthier crops: While it may require some trial and error to establish your garden, the soil will reward you with plants that can grow robustly and consistently.
- Less maintenance: While starting your regenerative garden will require commitment. Nature will have a fine handle on plant growth when allowed to thrive through regenerative practices.
- Promotes healthy ecosystems: Regenerative gardening enhances natural growth and fosters healthier soil, benefiting the overall ecosystem and making a meaningful contribution to climate solutions.
- It helps support good insects: This gardening technique supports beneficial insects in your garden. Planting flowers in or around your garden helps strengthen and restore the insect population.
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