
In this category, we focus on the importance of using native plants in your wildlife garden. By providing the right habitats and food sources, native plants can attract a wide range of birds, insects, and other wildlife to your outdoor space. From selecting the right plants to creating a diverse range of habitats, we provide practical tips and expert advice on how to create a thriving wildlife garden. Whether you’re an experienced wildlife gardener or just starting out, this category has everything you need to know to create a garden that supports local ecosystems and provides a haven for wildlife.


What Plants Attract the Most Wildlife?
As I travel around the country speaking at conferences about Ecosystem Gardening for Wildlife, the question I get asked most frequently is “What should I plant?” The easy answer is that you should add lots of locally native plants to your wildlife garden...
What’s Native?
What’s Native?Doug Tallamy: Native Plants Support Local Food Webs
Doug Tallamy: Native Plants Support Local Food Webs
No, I am not a native plant nazi
Here’s something I need to get out of the way right here in the beginning. I have been accused by some of being a native plant nazi because of my firm belief that native plants are much better in the conservation garden than are exotic plants. I am not suggesting that...
Choosing the Best Plants for Your Ecosystem Garden
What to plant in an Ecosystem Garden. Choosing the best plants for the type of wildlife you want to attract.
Carolyn Summers: Designing Any Garden Style With Native Plants
Carolyn Summers: Designing Any Garden Style With Native Plants
The Planting Pyramid Turned Upside Down
The Planting Pyramid Turned Upside Down
Ultimate Guide to Finding Native Plants
Ultimate Guide to Finding Native Plants
Native Alternatives to Invasive Plants
The damage to ecosystems and endangered wildlife caused by invasive plants is massive. Everyone must take responsibility for the removal of invasive plants from our Ecosystem Gardens.
Native Plant Bloom Day: Flame Azalea
Native Plant Bloom Day: Flame Azalea
What to Plant Under Black Walnut Trees
What to Plant Under Black Walnut Trees
The Two Most Important Actions to Help Wildlife in Your Garden
Not purchasing or planting invasive plants and removing them from your garden, are the most important things to promote wildlife in your garden.
Ecosystem Gardening and Native Plants
Ecosystem Gardening and Native Plants
Top 10 Best Woody Plants in Ecosystem Gardening
Top 10 Best Woody Plants in Ecosystem Gardening
The Great Native Plant Debate
The Great Native Plant Debate
National Wildflower Week
National Wildflower Week