At Home Ground Habitats, the garden itself is the classroom. Through articles, guides, and practical resources, visitors can explore the ideas behind habitat gardening and learn how native plants support healthy ecosystems.
Whether you are just beginning your journey with native plants or deepening an established practice, these resources are designed to help gardeners understand, grow, and care for landscapes that support biodiversity.
Habitat gardening is about creating landscapes that support birds, butterflies, pollinators, and the broader web of life. These articles explore the ideas behind ecological gardening and explain how native plants help restore balance to our local environments.
You’ll also find insights and reflections from Home Ground Habitats founder Charlotte Torgovitsky, whose work has inspired gardeners throughout Marin County.
Explore Habitat GardeningGrowing native plants can be deeply rewarding and surprisingly accessible. These guides explain practical techniques for propagating plants from seed, cuttings, and divisions, as well as tips for starting a small home nursery.
Whether you’re growing a few habitat plants or expanding a garden project, these resources will help you build the skills to cultivate healthy native plants.
Learn Propagation Techniques