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Using swales (shallow ditches on contour) and ponds to catch and store water directly in the landscape.

Designing layered, perennial gardens that mimic the structure of a young forest while producing fruits, nuts, and herbs. Shopping and Availability Gaia's Garden, Second Edition: A Guide To Home-...

Often available at retailers like Target , Half Price Books , and Barnes & Noble for roughly $15.00 to $29.95. Using swales (shallow ditches on contour) and ponds

Emphasizing that a diverse range of species prevents waste and provides natural pest control through the presence of beneficial insects and birds. Emphasizing that a diverse range of species prevents

Viewing the yard as a collection of interconnected parts where every element—plants, soil, water, and wildlife—serves multiple functions.

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Groups of plants that support one another, often centered around a fruit tree to maximize yield and soil health.