Wisconsin 2025

The grass space is about 40′ x 6. It is being converted to native plants. The ferns, dogwood, monarda, and milkweed in the adjacent gardens will creep in while managing for nonnatives.
Homeowner has been diagnosed of metastatic cancer motivating them to add as many native plants and trees to their yard and community.
Property owner doesn’t want to mow except intentional pathways and they would like to continue to do more for biodiversity.
The side yard is a small but relatively empty space in which native plants will be added that will attract and support native insects and birds.
There’s a gap to fill where invasive grass was removed. Always room for more!
A 15ft x 40ft space was created in this yard to encourage butterflies, hummingbirds, and moths.
A devoted birder who loves to learn about all things nature is mulching this area and adding natives to support beloved biodiversity.
Homeowner will add a variety of plants here to help pollinators and birds and create a vibrant ecosystem.
This new patio will receive a variety of native plants in the mulched area for ease of wildlife viewing while supporting biodiversity.
Property wants to expand their use of natives to attract insects and birds.

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