The month of March is an ideal time to start arranging your garden to welcome and support a wide variety of animals and plants. The preservation and enhancement of biodiversity are essential issues for our environment. Here are three necessary steps to implement now to strengthen the biodiversity of your garden.
1. Installing varied habitats to accommodate local wildlife
To promote biodiversity in your garden, it is important to provide a suitable refuge for the different animal species that inhabit your region. A garden rich in habitats attracts more species and greatly contributes to their survival. Here are some habitats to install:
Ponds and Water Points
Water points are essential elements for wildlife. They can simply be made by digging a small pond or installing a basin on the ground (trough, cut barrel, etc.). The fish, frogs and other amphibians will thus find a perfect ecosystem to develop.
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Birdhouses
Making birdhouses will provide shelter for different species according to their needs. You can vary the dimensions; some models will be occupied by titmice, others by robins.
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Insect Hotels
The insect hotels provide refuge for auxiliary insects which will help to naturally regulate pests in your garden. To create an insect hotel, you simply need to stack various materials (drilled wood, hollow small trunks, bamboo tubes, perforated bricks, etc.) in a stable and airy manner.
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2. Plant appropriate vegetation to feed and shelter wildlife
Encouraging biodiversity is also possible through the choice of plants. Opt for local plants, favor those that attract pollinating insects and prefer the varieties resistant to diseases.
Flowering vegetation
The flowering plants are essential for attracting bees and other pollinating insects. By choosing nectariferous plants (lavender, hyssop, sage, thyme), you will also support the survival of bee colonies in your area.
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Hedge
Setting up a hedge allows for the creation of an ecological corridor for wildlife and protects cultivated spaces from the wind. The berry bushes provide a valuable source of food for birds in autumn and winter.
Meadows and flowering fallows
Maintaining or introducing meadow areas in your garden is a good way to promote biodiversity. By creating a flower fallow, you provide a habitat for insects, small mammals and birds that feed on insects.
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3. Adopt practices respectful of nature
Complete respect for the environment also involves choosing ecological and responsible techniques to maintain your garden. Here are some tips:
Avoid the use of chemical pesticides
Chemical pesticides are harmful to fauna and flora. Rather, prioritize biological pest control methods, using for example pheromone traps or plant-based preparations (nettle manure, garlic decoction).
Recover and enhance green waste
Instead of burning or disposing of your green waste, especially branches and dead leaves, it is possible to transform them into resources for the garden. Mulching, composting and grinding allow recycling of these natural materials while fertilizing the soil.
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Introducing Auxiliary Animals
The presence of useful animals in the garden promotes the natural balance of ecosystems. You can introduce animals such as ladybugs, bats, and hedgehogs to fight against pests and support biodiversity.
In summary, to strengthen the biodiversity of your garden in March, it is recommended to install varied habitats to accommodate local wildlife, to plant appropriate vegetation to feed and shelter animals, and to adopt environmentally friendly practices. Do not hesitate to diversify the facilities and plantings to promote a natural balance between the different species present in your garden.