Beneficial insects are the quiet workers that keep a garden healthy and thriving. They pollinate flowers, help set fruit, and control pests naturally—reducing the need for chemical sprays or constant intervention. Creating a habitat for them ensures these helpful species have food, water, and shelter throughout the year. When you design your garden with beneficial…
Cover cropping for biodiversity and soil regeneration is one of the most effective ways to build lasting garden health. Cover crops protect bare soil from erosion, feed soil microbes, and add valuable organic matter that improves structure and fertility. When you plant a mix of legumes, grasses, and broadleaf species, you invite biodiversity both above…
Crop rotation is a cornerstone of regenerative gardening. By rotating plant families in different beds each season, you naturally maintain soil fertility, disrupt pest life cycles, and reduce disease buildup. Over decades of gardening, I’ve found that thoughtful rotation not only strengthens soil but also improves yields and plant health. Why Rotate Crops? How to…
Capturing carbon in the garden is essential for building healthy soil and resilient plants. When we increase soil carbon—through composting, mulching, cover cropping, and no-till practices—we’re actually storing organic matter that feeds soil life. This carbon fuels the activity of microbes and fungi that release nutrients in forms plants can easily use. Carbon-rich soil holds…
Biochar is a type of charcoal made from plant material that’s been heated in a low-oxygen environment. Unlike regular charcoal, biochar is specifically created for soil application. When added to garden soil, it can improve fertility, retain water and nutrients, and support microbial life—making it a powerful tool for regenerative gardening. Why Use Biochar How…
One of the simplest ways to build fertile, carbon-rich soil is to keep it covered throughout the year. Bare soil loses nutrients, carbon, and moisture, while covered soil retains fertility, supports microbes, and prevents erosion. Over decades of gardening, I’ve found that year-round coverage is a cornerstone of regenerative practices Why Cover Soil Year-Round Methods…
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