Participating in the Habitat Yard Program

Depending on how you have approached your property to date, you may already have a wildlife friendly habitat yard. Sometimes doing nothing really is the best approach!

Review the criteria and assess what practices you need to adjust. Examples are:

Add some native plants (on your porch or deck can work). Sometimes you can let the seedbank give them to you. Removing suppressive mulch or leaf litter in a somewhat sunny location might reveal them. Ceasing to mow or weed whack the 'weeds' can be just the right action. Many pollinator powerhouse asters and goldenrods don't bloom till the fall, and you may be tempted to consider them 'weeds'. Many apps are available on your phone to help identify plants, or ask for help from L&W.

Protect the Night by being aware of outdoor lighting that can create significant disruption to the nighttime ecosystem. Learn more here.

Much more information about conservation best practices are here!

Becoming a habitat yard makes you and your property an essential part of ensuring that Bent Tree remains wildlife friendly.