Backyard Habitats for Climate Resiliency

Local wildlife like birds, butterflies, salamanders, and bees rely on native plant communities for habitat. But habitat loss and fragmentation due to development, non-native invasive species, pollution, and climate change mean wildlife is struggling.

Rockville property owners can help wildlife and take action on climate change by incorporating native plants, trees, and other habitat elements on their properties to improve habitat connectivity, create wildlife corridors, increase biodiversity, and build climate resilient landscapes throughout the city. 

Learn the basics in this Climate-Resilient Gardening Storymap from the University of Maryland. Find resources, links and ideas for getting started below.