Whether you’re a nature lover or simply want to help the environment, you may wonder how to attract wildlife to your lawn and garden. Certain plants and flowers are particularly ideal for drawing everything from insects to small mammals into your outdoor spaces. Therefore, consider including the following flora and foliage in your landscaping. 

What Plants Draw Wildlife?

1. Nut-Bearing Trees

Not only do nut-bearing trees boost curb appeal, but they also attract a gorgeous array of wildlife. Varieties such as buckeye, hickory, and chestnut provide the perfect foraging grounds for squirrels, deer, ravens, woodpeckers, and wild turkeys.

2. Flowering & Cone Plants

Pollinators are crucial to sustaining ecosystems and renewing natural resources. Pine, spruce, and fir trees along with flowering plants, such as aster, goldenrod, and thistle, attract some of the most hard-working pollinators there are, including bees, ladybugs, caterpillars, and butterflies. They’re also beautiful to behold as you enjoy your lawn and garden. 

3. Berry Bushes & Trees

Holly, elderberry and mulberry trees and berry bushes are popular among several different bird species, including quail, robins, mockingbirds, and chickadees. These winged creatures usually feast on insects but rely on berries for sustenance during the cold months. Planting them will add color to your landscaping and promote the environment. 

4. Honey-Producing Plants

Plants and flowers that produce plenty of nectar, such as azaleas, trumpet vines, and honeysuckles, are vibrantly colored and provide nourishment for birds, bees, bats, foxes, and even lizards. These kinds of flora also play a significant role in pollination and reproduction, which is why they ought to be staples in your landscaping.  

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