RESTORING THE BALANCE

The phrase regenerative gardening is often heard in gardening circles, but what is it? Can it help you to grow better veg? Ecologist Becky Searle thinks so, and tells us why

- Becky Searle

Regenerative gardening has become a trend in recent years, with many garden designers, influencers and businesses getting behind it, eager to show off their regenerative credentials. It reflects a shift in the mentality of gardeners, showing that biodiversity and care for the environment are becoming more important in our society. But what is regenerative gardening? Why is it important, and most of all, how can we do it ourselves?

WHAT IS REGENERATIVE GARDENING?

Regenerative gardening is the practice of caring for your garden in a way that encourages biodiversity, builds soil health and restores balance. The ultimate aim is to improve your garden's ecological health over time.

For many years, gardening has concentrated on creating dazzling displays of flowers, neatly tending to our beds and borders, and manipulating our spaces to meet our own needs. But now that we understand so much more about how our gardens work, we are armed with the tools to work with our gardens and create something truly special.