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How to GardenWild

Wildlife gardening is all about making sure that we are not only tending to our own needs, but also the needs of local wildlife. It could be considered a philosophy of land management. At it's core, there are several core components required of a wild garden:
  • Use of native plants
  • Integrating a diversity of habitats
  • Providing access to water
  • Providing access to shelter
  • Utilizing ecologically conscious gardening techniques
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Planning

Wild gardening requires a bit of planning before getting started. There are several essential questions that need to be answered before continuing with developing a wild garden:
  • What plants grow in your area?
  • What pollinators live in your area? What plants are they attracted to?
  • ​What native plant nurseries are in your area?
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Critical Components of a Wild Garden


1. Native Plants

2. Water Features

3. Animal Shelters 

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Produce food

Mimic native plant communities

Attract pollinators
Fountains

​Ponds

​Artificial Rivers
Insect Motels

Bat Boxes

​Bird Houses

Bee Keeping

Sustainable Gardening Practices

  • Limiting the use of pesticides
  • Controlling noxious weeds
  • Companion planting
  • Using compost and compost tea
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What is Wild Gardening?
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    • Development Timeline
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        • GardenWild
        • Toadstool's Treasures
      • Ecologically Conscious Agriculture and Industry
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        • Curious About Cannabis
      • Natural Products >
        • Serious About Psychedelics
      • Philosophy & Logic >
        • Isn't Life Curious?
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      • Curious About Cannabis
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        • What Is Wild Gardening?
        • Why GardenWild?
        • How to GardenWild
        • Wild Gardening Resources
      • Isn't Life Curious?
      • Serious About Psychedelics
      • Toadstool's Treasures
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