Creating a Biodiverse Lawn and Garden Beds with Native Plants

Transcendental working with plants goes beyond human experience and time. Building a good relationship with plants is vital. By stopping chemical use, lawns can become biodiverse with plants like violets, benefiting bumblebees and other insects. It's important to identify and remove non-native plants and focus on native plant stock. Consider bloom time, diversity of heights, and the level of biodiversity each plant supports. Doug Talamy promotes the idea of creating an at-home national park by transitioning to native habitat. Aim for a 70-30 ratio of native to non-native plants. Get to know existing garden beds and identify plants through apps or local organizations. Native plants can come from various regions.