Mosquitoes are a persistent annoyance during the summer months, and while we can empathize with the fantasy of totally eradicating these biting insects in a tornado of poisons, we at … Read more
Garden Habitats
Making Room for Wildlife in Surprising Places
The National Wildlife Federation is headquartered in Reston, Virginia, a growing suburb of Washington, D.C., and also the very first Certified Community Wildlife Habitat in the state of Virginia. I … Read more
Pollinator Protection: Pledges, Policy and Proclamations
Substantive commitment to create a pollinator friendly world has increased significantly in the last three years. Local, state, and national efforts across North America are expanding and some include incentives. … Read more
Buzzworthy Mason Bee Condos
Schools can “bee” a friend to native pollinators with this classroom DIY project. By making mason bee condos using recycled materials, you can teach kids about the nesting habitats and … Read more
Capturing Habitat Garden History in The Smithsonian Gardens
Your wildlife habitat garden can be digitally archived in Smithsonian Community of Gardens as part of its Archives of American Gardens! Submit images or video and stories of gardens where … Read more
Wildlife Garden Inspiration
Get out in your habitat garden this summer and start capturing moments to share in the 2nd annual Garden for Wildlife™ Photo Contest opening for entries on August 5, 2019! … Read more
Planting for Three Seasons: Keep the Million Pollinator Garden Momentum Alive
It is estimated that there is now at least one or more pollinator gardens per block in most communities across the United States. This is thanks to the approximately 8 … Read more
Four Ways to Attract Birds and Butterflies
Now is the perfect time to make your yard or garden space more attractive to birds, butterflies, and other local wildlife. All wildlife need four things to survive and thrive: … Read more
Working for Wildlife: National Wildlife Federation Teams up with Taylor Morrison
To address the ongoing wildlife crisis, where 1 in 3 U.S. species are in decline, business leaders are joining the movement to protect wildlife habitat. Starting this month, the National … Read more
A Powerful Force for Pollinators – National Garden Clubs
National Garden Clubs, Inc. launched its nationwide effort “Bee a Wildlife Action Hero” in 2014 which encouraged thousands of members to plant garden habitats and be recognized as National Wildlife … Read more
