Virginia couple turns overgrown backyard into wildlife haven for $900
In short
- Brittany Lafave and Ryan Webb turned their one-acre Virginia backyard into a wildlife habitat.
- They focused on native plants and let wild areas grow, through several small projects over six months.
- The garden now attracts butterflies, hummingbirds and other local wildlife.
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The couple chose native plants and allowed wild areas to grow instead of clearing the land. The source reports that butterflies, hummingbirds and other local wildlife have since arrived. It describes one household's result, not a measured study.
From Times of India
Brittany Lafave and Ryan Webb transformed their one-acre Virginia backyard into a haven for wildlife, focusing on native plants and allowing wild areas to flourish. Over six months, they undertook several small projects, investing approximately $900. Their dedication has attracted butterflies, hummingbirds, and other local wildlife, serving as a delightful inspiration for others looking to create an inviting outdoor ecosystem.
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A couple in Virginia planted flowers that grow wild where they live. They let parts of their yard grow wild too. Now butterflies and hummingbirds visit their garden. What animals would you like to see in your yard?
