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Come here for tips from our experts on gardening, native plants, the science behind it all, and more.
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December 07 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Staff Member
Holiday Garden Gift Guide
If you’re looking to spoil the nature lover or wildlife fan in your life, we’ve got you covered with picks that are sure to make winter more bearable until we can begin planting again.
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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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August 01 2022 – Mary Phillips, Head of Garden for Wildlife
Campout and Discover Native Wildflowers!
Camp Green and Come Clean for the Earth during this summer’s Great American Campout™! Camping is an easy way to enjoy nature and wildlife, whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-time camper. Whether you are camping on the road or in your own backyard, the beauty and fragrance of wildflowers can enhance your experience. National and state parks are...
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July 21 2022 – Kelly LaVaute, Digital Storyteller
You Built It and They Came: The Science Supporting Your Wildlife Habitat Garden (Recorded Webinar)
On May 26, Garden For Wildlife was proud to present the webinar, You Built It and They Came: The Science Supporting Your Wildlife Habitat Garden.
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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 09 2022 – Kelly LaVaute
2021 Garden for Wildlife Photo Contest Winners
The Garden for Wildlife™ Photo Contest seeks to illustrate the faces of Garden for Wildlife through striking, colorful images showcasing the impact of habitat gardens on wildlife and people–in urban, suburban, and rural settings, and on land, in the air, and in water. Last summer, we received a record 9,000+ entries in our annual Garden for Wildlife Photo Contest. Judging is...
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March 29 2022 – Dawn Rodney
Confessions of a Wannabe Gardener
As Chief Innovation and Growth Officer of the National Wildlife Federation, my perspective on gardening has changed over the last couple of years.
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