We live on a suburban 1/3 acre lot with a ranch style 1,400 square foot home in the middle. Over the past 17 years we have planted much of our lawn to create a bird and pollinator habitat. I am increasing native plants, now though have some already, perhaps many. We are in a neighborhood where most people do turf with a few landscape plants only. We have some turf areas, but do not use fertilizers or pesticides or herbicides. We mow that as infrequently as possible. We have planted a number of herbs and perennial flowers, dwarf fruit trees, bushes, and other plants. I started some raised vegetable (organic) gardens when a neighbor removed some trees creating more light.
Which garden or space are you describing?:
How large is your yard?:
0.33
acres
Are there areas with sandy loamy soil?:
Yes
Are there low traffic areas where the soil is not turned over, tilled or plowed?:
Yes
Are there areas dead wood, brush piles or snags present?:
Yes
Are there areas with pithy twigs (elderberry, cane fruit, sumac, etc…)?:
Yes
Are the flowering plants that you have pollinator friendly?:
Most (more than 75%)
How many flowers in your garden bloom in spring?:
10 or more
How many flowers in your garden bloom in fall?:
10 or more
How many flowers in your garden bloom in summer?:
10 or more
Are flowers planted in clumps?:
Yes.
How much mulch is on the ground?:
Some.
Does the garden use herbicides?:
No.
Are pesticides used in the garden?:
No