How to Plant Trees and Shrubs for Wildlife
One of the simplest and most effective ways to attract wildlife to your backyard is to plant native trees and shrubs. But, remember - moving day is a shock for seedlings and saplings. Make sure trees and shrubs get a healthy start on your property.
Create a Backyard Habitat
• Map Your Backyard
• The Importance of Plants
• The Importance of Diversity
Community Action for Wildlife
• How to Organize a Community Project
• Publicize Your Project
• Proclaim National Wildlife Week
Plant for Wildlife
• How to Plant Trees and Shrubs for Wildlife
• Discover how a Tree Provides Benefits for Wildlife
• How to Obtain Shrub Cuttings
Why Should We Build for Wildlife
• Build and Maintain Nesting Boxes
• Build a Multi-unit Dwelling for Purple Martins
• Put up Nesting Shelves
Conserve Special Species and Habitats
• Help the Burrowing Owl Recover
• Stand by an Amphibian
• Give Loons a Lift
Deal with Problems
• Repel Rascally Raccoons
• Come to Terms with Squirrels
• Get Rid of Rats
Beyond Your Backyard
• You’re an Ecosystem Steward
• You’re Boosting Biodiversity
• Keep on Diversifying
• You’re Building a Sustainable Society
