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How to help your garden withstand climate change

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Ecosystem Impact

Enhanced soil health and the use of perennial species increase local biodiversity and improve carbon sequestration potential, while providing natural buffers against extreme weather events like flooding and drought.

Systemic Reality

Promotes a transition toward decentralized climate adaptation strategies, encouraging shifts in land-use policy and consumer behavior that prioritize ecological resilience over traditional ornamental landscaping.

Healthy soils and diverse, perennial plants can help your garden beds survive extreme weather like floods and droughts.