In organic gardens, these cycles and natural balances exist. However, most gardeners harvest and remove crops from the garden, breaking the cycle. To keep the natural processes that feed plants working, they add organic materials such as compost or purchased organic soil amendments. By encouraging biological diversity in their yards and gardens, they can minimize the need for artificial pest control. When organic gardeners do intervene, they choose control tactics that have little impact on natural systems.
Many gardeners choose the organic method because they want to be good stewards of the environment.
They are concerned about pollution of air, water, and soil and about protecting the health of their families and communities. They know that using synthetic pesticides can destroy wildlife, bees, and other beneficial insects and may have an effect on food quality and safety. If you share these concerns about our environment and about the health of your family and community, organic gardening is for you. Watch for our coming articles, as we will lead you up the path of Edible Landscaping. Here is our suggested book for further reading and information.