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Aren’t all gardeners green? Not entirely. To be a fully green gardener, you need to consider the effect your gardening choices have on the environment around you and minimize negative impacts where possible. This goes a long way in helping both humans and wildlife alike.

Avoiding pesticides or conserving resources, such as water, may seem like a small thing but with millions of gardens across the country, the positive impacts are enormous. This section includes some incredibly beneficial actions you can take to create an environmentally friendly garden.

 
discover the benefits of organic gardening
 

Going Organic

Whether you apply one or many organic ideas in your garden, find out how easy and beneficial it can be for you, our communities and wildlife.

 
rain barrels are a great way to save water
   

Water Saving Tips

Discover the many benefits of conserving water and how to incorporate some ideas in your garden practices.

 
compost is a great soil amendment and fertilizer
 

Compost and Other Natural Fertilizers

Learn why compost and other natural soil amendments and fertilizers are great for you, your garden and wildlife. You'll also find out how to make and use them at home.

 
Leaves are one of many natural materials that can be used as mulch
Photo: Sarah Coulber, CWF
 

Mulch

Mulch is often used for looks, but its benefits are far reaching. Learn how they can help you and which ones may suit your garden needs best.

 
 
healthy soil grows healthy plants
 
 

Soil Care

While all these green gardening practices help the soil and the organisms that keep it healty, this section expands upon this subject to help you with your gardening experience.

 
 
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Companion Planting

Read about this age-old practice of pairing plants to maximize nutrients in small spaces and keep plants safe from potential pests.

 
lush grass the organic way
 

Green Lawn Care

Get ideas for greener lawn care including an easy way to help your lawn get free nutrients.

At-Home Projects & Fact Sheets

See what you can do at home for wildlife. 

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Forests & Fields:
Gardening 101+

For the gardening novice or the seasoned pro, our Get Gardening section offers an abundance of advice, tools and resources.

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