Your yard may be home to 15 migratory birds, 20 native plant species, five kinds of butterflies, and enough wildlife to make you think you are on a safari.

This isn't your yard, you say? Well it could be. It's easy, and it doesn't matter where you live or even how much space you have.

The Backyard Wildlife Habitat™ program, conducted through a partnership between the Delaware Nature Society and the National Wildlife Federation, provides official certification for properties that meet four criteria necessary for wildlife habitat: food, water, cover, and places for wildlife to raise young. Property owners also implement resource conservation practices.

Through the program, you can receive FREE technical assistance from Delaware Nature Society Habitat Stewards to help evaluate your property and find ways to attract wildlife and help water quality.

Why create a Backyard Wildlife Habitat?

Now, Take the Next Step!
It's easy! Click link to find out how to Certify Your Landscape.

Help others! Be a Backyard Habitat Steward
By fostering a sense of ecological awareness and responsibility in children and adults alike, Habitat Stewards make a difference in Delaware. Mentors in the community, Habitat Stewards assist their friends and neighbors with the creation and restoration of landscapes that are both wildlife-friendly and good for the environment. Read More . . .

Useful Links:
Coastal & Piedmont Native Plants

Native Plants for Birds

DNS Native Plant Sale

DE Native Plant Society

Useful Links Gardening, wildlife, plant identification and more

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As the state's affiliate for the National Wildlife Federation, the Delaware Nature Society offers the Backyard Wildlife Habitat™ program in partnership with:

Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC)

Gateway Garden Center

Other Plant Resources:
The Delaware Nature Society is an affiliate organization of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, headquartered in Austin, Texas. Click link for more info.