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Climate Resilient Gardening
Climate change can complicate gardening practices. Among the most pressing threats to gardens created by climate change are
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Changes in seasonal temperature and precipitation patterns.
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Extreme weather events
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Pest and disease spread
These changes also unfortunately can disrupt plant life cycles, deteriorate soil health, and destroy pollinator populations. Learn how to best prepare for these changes and how to minimize their effects.
Local Effects of
Climate Change
Top Ten Tips:
1. Water plants wisely.
2. Create microclimates within your gardening space.
3. Practice pesticide-free pest management.
4. Plant with pollinators in mind.
5. Compost food waste.
6. Plant according to regional climate.
7. Protect soil throughout winter months.
8. Look to planting drought tolerant and hearty plant varieties where necessary.
9. Elevate planting spaces for flood control.
10. Consider planting trees to create shade and prevent soil erosion.
Resources for
Further Learning
Coast of Maine Organic Products
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA)
Cornell University Cooperative Extension
