How do Climate Victory Gardens help reverse climate change?

When we burn fossil fuels (gasoline, heating fuels, etc), cut down trees, or till soils for agriculture, we free carbon that has been stored in the soil for long periods of time and release it into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change.

Plants use carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere to make their stems, leaves, and roots. Long-lived plants hold carbon for decades or even centuries. Annual root die-back is the main source of carbon captured in the soil. Undisturbed soil will hold carbon in organic matter for millennia.

New research demonstrates that pairing legumes and warm-season grasses will dramatically boost carbon storage in the soil. Based on these findings, Climate Victory Garden Kits let you effectively fight climate change in your own yard.

Optimal conditions include a minumum of 6 hours of sunlight/day and regular watering for the first 2 years.

Why are they called Climate Victory Gardens?

During World War II, citizens cultivated Victory Gardens, growing their food as a personal and visible way to support the war effort. Now we need a similar effort to fight the increasing impact of global climate change. Climate Victory Gardens are designed to add beauty to your yard while helping the environment.

NEW! Climate Victory Garden Kits

With the tightened economy and limited resources, customers are asking us for advice on ways they can create ecological landscapes themselves. Climate change also continues to become a more urgent concern for people. Taking both these into account, Ecological Gardens has designed Climate Victory Garden Kits that can be purchased and planted by you, the customer.

What's Included in My Garden Kit?

• Native prairie plant community of grasses, legumes, and flowering plants
  • A large kit includes 54 plants and requires 65 square feet (roughly 9' x 7') - Price: $149
  • A small kit includes 24 plants and requires 22 square feet (roughly 6' x 4') - Price: $99
• Pre-treatment with compost tea to jump-start soil health
• Planting instructions and maintenance guidelines
• Garden plan illustrating plant layout
• Attractive optional sign shows visitors how beautiful ecological stewardship can be!

How Do I Order?

Please email us to order your kits.