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Fuel the Migration

Every fall and spring, billions of birds and butterflies take to the skies on journeys that can span thousands of miles. They can’t make the trip on empty; along the way, they need places to rest and refuel, which is exactly where your garden comes in! You can create a vibrant and vital pitstop by planting native species that help them along their way.

From keystone powerhouses like oaks and goldenrod to berry-producing shrubs like winterberry and viburnum, the right plants can turn your outdoor space into a lifeline for wildlife on the move. Here’s a look at some of our favorite American Beauties Native Plants to help Fuel the Migration, right in your own backyard.

 

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