The Ecology of Home: Creating Habitat That Works

A healthy landscape is more than a collection of plants.

Pollinators, birds, amphibians, and other wildlife depend on a range of resources that are often overlooked in conventional garden design. Bare soil may provide nesting habitat for native bees. Fallen leaves and plant stems may shelter insects through the winter. Water, dead wood, dense vegetation, and specialized soil conditions can each support different species and life stages.

Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in ecological restoration, habitat management, and conservation research, Shaun will explain how these pieces work together within an ecosystem. He will also share practical ways to incorporate them into residential landscapes.

Whether you care for a small suburban yard or a larger property, you will leave with a better understanding of how to create habitat that supports biodiversity throughout the year.

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to: 

• Identify key habitat resources wildlife need beyond food plants. 
• Understand how ecological processes shape healthy ecosystems. 
• Incorporate nesting, shelter, overwintering, and breeding habitat into residential landscapes. 
• Apply practical habitat-building strategies that complement native plantings and support greater biodiversity.