Principles
of Ecological Land Care
Protect
life.
Avoid toxic substances that may harm children, animals, birds, or
organisms that enrich the soil.
Foster
the diversity of life forms.
Plant a wide variety of species that benefit local wildlife and
strengthen the complex eco-system.
Conserve
water and preserve water quality. Retain
site water for plantings and for wildlife. Avoid runoff contaminated with
excess nutrients and poisons.
Focus
on restoring native habitat.
Use native plantings and remove existing invasive species whenever
possible.
Plant the right plant in the right place. Understand the site’s microclimate and use plants that will thrive there.
Gardens
for Life Dori
Smith, M.Ed.
978.835.5568
in Acton
dsmith@newview.org
www.gardensforlife.net