Wildlife Gardens

Cincinnati area, mostly native, beneficial gardens and woods

For small yards and woods, transition into more native, eco beneficial landscapes.

Beneficial suburban gardens and woods are now crucial to the conservation of hundreds of Eastern US species of plants and animals. There simply aren't enough parks and preserves to support their survival.

So it's up to us.

(all photos on this page are mine or Ildi's, either from our own yard or native gardens I've worked on)

Obedient Plant

with Black-eyed Susan

Royal Catchfly

with Red Cedar and Bundleflower

mini-pond

for birds, chipmunks, insects, etc

contact: jgrayart@gmail.com

I offer conservation and design services such as:

plant identification, invasive removal, garden design and plant recommendations, installation and maintenance.

Invasive Removal Service

I apply an integrated approach with mechanical and cultural practices, and chemicals (only when necessary).

Wintercreeper Ivy before

after removal

Bush Honeysuckle (half removed)

Invasive ivy will kill these trees

wildlife habitats - certification and signage

source native plants

Weeds over 4ft tall?

In suburban settings consider attaining signage to quickly explain to your neighborhood what is going on with your yard. Many people still think of wildflowers as weeds, especially when not in flower. Also, it can be beneficial to leave dried plants standing during the winter for native insects to hibernate and non-migrating birds to forage.