Our Power, Our Planet – Round Deux ‘Rewilding’

Our planet is resilient and will overcome obstacles to restore equilibrium. Nature is capable of miraculous things! Let’s give it a boost. Best way to do this? Rewilding. Sounds great but what is it?

Rewilding is any activity that promotes our biosphere’s return to a natural state. Restoring ecosystems and encouraging biodiversity. Fortunately, although highly effective when done on a large scale, even rewilding tiny sidewalk corners, and balcony gardening contributes to recovery!

Not everyone can agree on all components of rewilding, and some may not work in all situations, but here are some ubiquitous components.

Try to limit products applied on your plants to organics. Rarely is herbicide or pesticide the solution to a problem usually caused by an already weakened plant. Or, conversely, view a bug as a natural inhabitant which is being eaten by something else. That’s a healthy food chain.

Leave the leaves and practice “grasscycling”, occasionally leaving the clippings (no more than 20%) on the lawn. Create a yard space for leaves and grass clippings. An incredible layer of cheap compost will form at the bottom soon!

Rewilding by layering landscapes, preferably with native plants. Plant large trees, different size understory trees and bushes, perennials, and ground covers supporting physical home ecosystems on different levels.

Install water features benefiting birds, pollinators, and other wildlife. Native bees are our best hope to keep pollinator populations viable as European Honeybees struggle for survival.

Rewilding doesn’t have to be massive to have an profound impact. Whatever you can do where you are on the journey right now is perfect. From total yard overhaul, installing a small corner bed, or being a balcony plant parent, it’s all good! Come on by Leaf Landscape Supply and we can help you choose “your Power!”