Sustainable gardening
Your garden can be a beautiful place that creates a positive impact on the environment. Gardens are also a great refuge for animals, a source of biodiversity and can help control water runoff.
A healthy and sustainable garden can also be used to grow fresh food and may enhance the value of your property.
Unfortunately, some gardens can also have a negative impact on your environment. These gardens can:
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introduce harmful pesticides and fertilisers to the environment
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spread weeds into natural areas and harm biodiversity
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attract pests and reduce the amount of native animals
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waste large amounts of water.
How can I make my garden more sustainable?
Some easy ways you can make your garden more environmentally friendly and sustainable are:
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tackle any
weeds and remove them from the garden
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ask your
local council how you can protect and regenerate your community’s garden – the local bushland
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Page last updated: 15 September 2011