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- ecosystem gardening
Nature's most beautiful gardens are all fully self-balancing, self-regulating ecosystems. Nobody mows, prunes, or tends them, yet they are incredibly beautiful works of art. An ecosystem garden shares the same beauty and diversity, filled with gorgeous plants and attracting a wide variety of birds, butterflies, and other wonderful critters. All it needs from you is a small amount of (optional) pruning, (optional) watering, and (optional) infrequent feeding.
- ecosystem composting
The best compost in the world is the living humus created by nature. Go out to the forest, reach down and grab a handful of that good dark loam. Smell it. Isn't that nice? Now you can create that same wonderful, rich loamy goodness using organic ecosystem composting. You need a bit of ground (or a large tarpaulin!) some simple tools, a bit of exercise now and then, and a balanced supply of "compost food" such as kitchen or garden scraps, sifted "raw" dirt, grass clippings, or other kinds of suitable material.
- ecosystem farming
The most delicious, nutritious vegetables and fruit come from plants that live in a healthy, diverse ecosystem. Whether you have a chunk of suitable ground or just an upstairs balcony with some sun, you can grow amazingly tasty crops using the methods of ecosystem farming. The main trick is creating a balance between the food plants and a variety of companion plants that combine to form a vibrant community. Ecosystem farming is generally no- or low-till, and requires much less maintenance than traditional food growing techniques. It can be done in the ground or in containers, and matches very well with ecosystem composting for added nutrients.
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