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songbirds of all kinds as the
seeds ripen on the flower heads.
You may have noticed that
while there is an area of lawn
included around the house, it
represents only a small portion
of the property.
Mowed grass is nice for
people to walk on, but offers
almost no value to wildlife. In
addition, more lawn means more
work, expense, and use of
chemicals, so it is in your own
interest to limit its size.
Ground covers can be good
alternatives to traditional lawn.
Some choices to consider are
juniper (Juniperus horizontalis),
cotoneaster (Cotoneaster
horizontalis), and periwinkles
(Vinca major/minor).
Water is necessary for all
living things, and a pond is a
wonderful way to provide it.
The extra size and depth mean
that it won’t freeze as quickly as
a birdbath, and because it is at
ground level, it can benefit many
different species. You can add
fish and a selection of water
plants, and should include some
rocks or logs for sunning and
perching.
There are many pond-making
kits on the market, as well as
books on how to build one
yourself.
3 to 4 Acre Habitat Design
