Seventy percent of American households engage in some level of gardening or lawn care every year.1 Some do it for beautiful flowers, lush grass, or fresh fruits and vegetables; some for the peace and quiet or the connection to nature.
But there is another reason to grow plants in your yard: certain gardening practices can help combat global warming.
This guide will show you how. First, we explain the science linking soil, plants, and climate change; then we provide practical tips for a more climate-friendly garden, and links to resources that will help you adapt these tips to your own needs.
http://www.ucsusa.org/assets/documents/food_and_agriculture/climate-friendly-gardener.pdf