Why grow gardens and trees? Too many reasons to list! For you, the benefits include increased exercise, improved nutrition, time in nature, reduced stress, and social connection. Planted wisely and well, gardens and trees also conserve water, provide habitat for pollinators, increase biodiversity, and capture carbon. 

As you well know, drought is a reality. We can never take our water for granted – even in years when we’ve been deluged with rain. Learning the following techniques will help you do your part to capture and conserve water in your garden. 

As if altruism and appreciation weren’t sufficient motivation to support wildlife, how about the fact that we are all connected? Taking steps to protect wildlife enhances ecosystems, promotes biodiversity, helps protect livelihoods, secures food, and provides access to fresh water. People with minimal resources benefit the most.