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Sustainable Gardening:
Digging into the science of cultivating climate-resilient gardens
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An invitation for 2026
Join @gardening4wellness and Roberta Pak on this journey as we question old assumptions about how we garden, experiment with regenerative approaches, and grow a community of gardeners who care deeply about the future of our planet.
The Wellness We Grow Together: How Gardening Friendships Nurture the Mind
Gardening has always been good for the body. But the longer I garden, the more convinced I am that its deepest value is emotional. Plants anchor us. Soil steadies us. And when we share that passion with others, something remarkable happens.
Extreme Weather and the New Reality for Gardeners
Extreme weather is reshaping the way we garden. Discover why itβs happening, the hidden footprint of gardening, and how regenerative practices offer a hopeful path forward.
Exploring New Water-Wise Habits: Another Step Toward Establishing a Climate Resilient Garden
Discover water-wise gardening tips, rainwater harvesting ideas, and smarter irrigation practices to build a climate-resilient garden that thrives year-round.
The Gift of the First Snowfall
The first snowfall is a gift. A quiet turning point in the garden year. For plants, trees, and even the hidden soil life below, snow is not a burden but a blessing, especially as shoulder seasons grow more erratic due to climate change.
Street Trees: Are Urban Heat Islands the Best We Can Do?
Discover water-wise gardening tips, rainwater harvesting ideas, and smarter irrigation practices to build a climate-resilient garden that thrives year-round.
Garden Ecosystems 101: Biodiversity, Climate Change & Regenerative Gardening
Your garden is more than beds and borders β itβs a living ecosystem. Learn why biodiversity, soil life, and regenerative gardening are key to climate resilience.
Why Carbon Is Not the Enemy of Regenerative Gardeners
Carbon isnβt just a climate problem β itβs the foundation of healthy soil and resilient gardens. Learn how trees, plants, and mulch store carbon and build life.
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