Native plant gardens are a great way to connect your yard with local pollinators. A Reddit user on the subreddit r/NativePlantGardening shared how they implemented an ancient garden bed technique to take their native garden to the next level.
"Built a hugelkultur mound amid my native pollinator garden," the user said in the post, accompanied by photos of their garden.
The hugelkultur method involves using old wood or other organic matter to fill in the base of the garden bed, saving money on soil. In this user's case, decomposing wood was the base.
Any step to make gardening cheaper, more maintenance-free, and better for the Earth is a win. By growing your own food or herbs, you can know exactly where your meals are coming from and avoid relying on mass-produced goods. Furthermore, gardening itself has been linked to decreased stress and other health benefits.
Paired with the perks of a native plant garden, this hack is truly a feat of sustainability. By using ready organic material, such as old logs or leaves on your property, you'll provide a rich base for your plants, give life to old material, and keep your wallet happy. Plus, local pollinators will be taken care of by your garden, while your garden will equally take care of them.
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