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Viewing the yard as a collection of interconnected parts where every element—plants, soil, water, and wildlife—serves multiple functions.

Using swales (shallow ditches on contour) and ponds to catch and store water directly in the landscape. Gaia's Garden, Second Edition: A Guide To Home-...

Groups of plants that support one another, often centered around a fruit tree to maximize yield and soil health. Viewing the yard as a collection of interconnected

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Emphasizing that a diverse range of species prevents waste and provides natural pest control through the presence of beneficial insects and birds.