Chaos gardening, popularized on social media, allows for a less structured method of planting, letting nature play a significant role in determining which plants thrive. Practitioners in Boston, like Dana Werbin, find that this organic, less rigid approach fosters a more enjoyable gardening experience. They prioritize understanding the local conditions and adapting to them rather than adhering strictly to a plan. Volunteer plants often thrive better than seedlings, showcasing the benefits of this type of gardening, which balances chaos and order to create a flourishing garden space.
"I do have ideas for what I want to grow, but whatever works," said Dana Werbin, who gardens in Jamaica Plain. "If a seed grows there, that means it likes the conditions."
Werbin's description of their garden is a picture of both chaos and order. They don't know exactly where something will grow, but the garden will let them know.
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