CREATE WILDLIFE SHELTERS

SUSTAINABLE GARDENING: Create Wildlife Shelters and Nourish Your Soil

​November is a great month to give back to your local wildlife while preparing your landscape for spring growth. One simple way to support birds, pollinators, and small mammals during the cold months is by building small brush piles from fallen branches and twigs. These natural shelters provide safe havens from harsh weather and predators, helping local creatures survive winter.

At the same time, focus on improving your soil’s health by spreading a layer of organic compost over your garden beds. This enriches the soil with nutrients that will slowly release over winter, preparing your plants for a strong start in spring.
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Combining habitat creation with soil nourishment makes November a meaningful time to support a thriving, sustainable landscape that benefits both plants and wildlife.