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Learn about National Wildlife Federation's Backyard Habitat program, information maintained by volunteers who believe in the benefits nature adds to our lives.
Request the free monthly Nature Scoop email to stay current on "what to do in your garden," nature events and more. Certify your own yard as a habitat, apply online: Certify My Yard The application is easy & quick to complete. Be sure to order a Certified Habitat sign - it really makes a difference! Let neighbors and others know why you have features in your yard. Many materials on this site are targeted specifically for Central Ohio, though they can apply to areas with similar climate & soil conditions. Where native plant species are mentioned, they are often adapted to local Ohio conditions, including:
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