Using Home Gardens for Carbon Sequestration and Climate Mitigation

Residential gardens can act as effective carbon sinks by utilizing plants to draw carbon dioxide from the air and store it in biomass and soil. Implementing a layering strategy with trees, shrubs, and perennials maximizes the amount of carbon captured on a small scale. Strategic planting also provides secondary climate benefits, such as reducing urban heat islands and lowering energy demand for air conditioning through natural shading. Choosing native species like Bur Oak or serviceberry supports biodiversity while increasing long term carbon storage.