Learning Center
Come here for tips from our experts on gardening, native plants, the science behind it all, and more.
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December 02 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
Winter Garden Tips for Native Plants
Though it may seem everything is frozen in time, there’s a few things you can do to help your plants not survive winter, but be ready to thrive in spring.
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November 16 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
Why Garden for Wildlife Supports the Anti-Lawn Movement
American lawn culture is destructive. The anti-lawn movement is growing as Americans choose wild gardens over lawns.
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October 20 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
Why You Should Leave The Leaves for Wildlife
Why spend money on mulch and fertilizer when you can make your own? Turning leaves into solid waste is, well, wasteful!
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September 02 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
How to Attract Hummingbirds with Native Plants
By growing native plants and providing water and a handful of other resources, you can easily attract hummingbirds.
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July 26 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Digital Storyteller
Summer Garden Task Checklist
Hopefully your hard work is paying off in summer with beautiful blooms and wildlife visitors. We've collected a few must do's for summer to maintain your garden habitat.
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May 13 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Digital Storyteller
What is a Pollinator Garden & How to Plant a Garden for Pollinators
Pollinators worldwide are in decline, losing numbers to threats like pesticide poisoning, habitat loss, and disease. Plant native blooming trees, shrubs, and wildflowers to provide pollinators with nectar and pollen to eat.
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April 28 2022 – Mary Phillips, Head of Garden for Wildlife
Garden for Wildlife Month: How To Make An Impact
Please join the 1 in 3 Americans who are now purchasing plants to directly help butterflies, bees and birds. May (Garden for Wildlife Month!) is a great time to start.
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April 19 2022 – Mary Phillips, Head of Garden for Wildlife
Spring Garden Care: How to care for your native plants this spring
While we’re eager to tackle “spring cleaning” of our garden beds and plant containers this time of year, it’s important to be mindful in our approach.
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March 24 2022 – Kelly LaVaute
How to Plant Your Native Plants
Building your wildlife garden and planting with a purpose is easy with our Garden for Wildlife™ native plant collections. In this video tutorial, National Wildlife Federation Naturalist David Mizejewski will show you how to plant your natives in four simple steps.
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