# Gardening biodiversity and pest management

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gardening-biodiversity-and-pest-management
> Updated: 2026-09-11T14:50:55.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Gardening practices are being examined for their ability to support local biodiversity and manage ecosystems. Key strategies include selecting plant species with high nectar and pollen values—specifically those with composite, tubular, or umbel-shaped flowers—to attract essential pollinators like bees and butterflies. The use of local species is recommended to ensure sustainability and support for indigenous fauna.

Additionally, effective garden management involves distinguishing between beneficial insects and pests. While some insects, such as crickets, assist in decomposing organic matter, others like the mole cricket can cause damage to vegetable rows and seedlings by creating underground galleries.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-11: Gardening strategies for pollinators and pest management

Gardening tips focus on supporting biodiversity through pollinator-friendly plants and distinguishing between beneficial insects and garden pests like the mole cricket.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gardening-strategies-for-pollinators-and-pest-management

### 2026-09-08: Gardening strategies for landscape design and wildlife resistance

Gardening tips highlight landscape transformation through pond expansion and the use of pest-resistant bulbs like alliums and daffodils to deter wildlife.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gardening-strategies-for-landscape-design-and-wildlife-resistance

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Cite as: Gardening biodiversity and pest management. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/gardening-biodiversity-and-pest-management