Why your tidy garden might be a desert for local wildlife
In short: Ecological horticulturist Rebecca McMackin argues that the clean, manicured environments many gardeners strive for are actually the opposite of what nature needs to thrive.
In this talk, McMackin explores the benefits of embracing a wilder approach to gardening. She shares how she has successfully increased biodiversity within the urban landscape of New York City by moving away from traditional tidiness.
By learning to cultivate a more natural environment, you can transform a standard garden into a vital habitat for birds, bees, butterflies, and other essential species.
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