Backyard ecosystem

I'm creating a mini food forest in the small backyard of my urban Adelaide home.

Our most recent science unit is an exploration of ecosystems. We learned there are 4 parts to an ecosystem: animals, plants, decomposers, and non-living things. These bottles contain all four parts including water, soil, grass, fish, snails, gravel, worms, and a water plant. Our bottles have been self sustaining. For two weeks we haven't had to feed the animals or water the plants, and everything is still alive. Take a look:

Backyard Ecosystems are a fantastic and sustainable choice for any home! 🌿🏡 Designed with native plants and diverse habitats, these ecosystems are a delightful blend of nature and environmental care. Quick to establish and bursting with biodiversity, Backyard Ecosystems are perfect for creating a thriving, self-sustaining environment. Indulge in this vibrant twist on backyard gardening today! 🌱✨ #BackyardEcosystems #SustainableLiving #Biodiversity #EcoFriendlyGardening

Create a haven for wildlife in your backyard. Learn how to design an outdoor space that attracts birds, bees, and other beneficial creatures. 🦋🐦 #WildlifeGarden #EcoFriendlyYard #SustainableLiving

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Natural swimming ponds have many advantages over chlorinated ponds. Here's how to create a swim pond in your backyard

Introduction Understanding Permaculture Permaculture is a design philosophy that works with nature, not against it. It’s about creating agricultural systems that mimic natural ecosystems. The term combines “permanent” and “agriculture,” ... Read more

We all live in ecosystems and have an impact on how they work and the other species that are able to live in our shared. So what is an ecosystem? What kind of ecosystem and why are ecosystems important? Read on to see our ultimate ecosystem guide, including what an ecosystem is, why they’re important, and twelve different kinds of ecosystems found in the world.

During the hot summer season, you might notice yourself swatting swarms of insects away as they take over your backyard. A great solution to control the insect population is to make a frog pond in your backyard. Frogs will keep the bugs from bugging you, and will stay around if they're well-fed, maintaining the ecosystem.