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As society increasingly turns to “greener” environmental pursuits, gardening with a focus on the local wildlife has gained in popularity. You might think that a wildlife garden would be a great guiltfree chance let things run wild. In truth, a lot of time and effort goes into maintaining a successful wildlife garden. The rewards, however, make the effort worth it. Your goal is attract local wildlife, and provide food and breeding sites for this wildlife.

Essentials include dense area(s) of cover planted with shrubs and trees that will provide fruit and nuts through winter, and a pond to support frogs, toads, insects and other water-loving creatures.

“Boggy” areas would provide even more diversity in the wildlife your space attracts.

Plants found in a wildlife garden are more bushy and flowing than cultivated plants, and encourage animals and insects to feed and reside in the shelter afforded by these plants. However, you need to keep check over the plants to prevent the garden from getting out of your control.

You can add wildflower seeds for additional color, especially while the larger flora is developing. Choose seeds that are appropriate for your soil type; scatter them over grass you’ve let grow a bit long and allow them to seed freely over and over. You’ll have a wildlife garden that attracts insects, animals, and people who enjoy the tranquil environment.

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