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Backyard Habitat in Maywood, IL
A small, nearly all-native backyard in Maywood. This photo was taken in early summer.
The same view again, later in the summer.
The owner of this yard takes good care of the birds with water and plenty of birdseed.
This photo was taken in early summer.
Native wildflowers create a riot of color by midsummer.
This photo was taken in March. Notice how the native grasses add winter interest and texture
Native grasses also provide shelter for wildlife during harsh weather.
Here is the Maywood garden, in summer, a year later:
