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Featured Garden: Zoo Atlanta’s Georgia Backyard Wildlife Habitat
Zoo Atlanta’s Georgia Backyard Wildlife Habitat is a unique exhibit of plants native to Georgia and the southeastern U.S. In fact, most of the plant genera found here are native to areas within 50 miles of Atlanta!
This garden was designed to educate the public on urban biodiversity, native plants and gardening techniques that can be used to attract local wildlife. Wander along the path, and you’ll see Virginia bluebells, bloodroot, tall ironweed, American silverbell and red buckeye bloom. Be sure to check out the Backyard Wildlife Habitat frequently, as different plants are active at certain times of the year, providing an ever-changing and diverse display of flowers and foliage. Learn more (PDF) about the Backyard Wildlife Habitat and find out how you can create a similar habitat in your own backyard.
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Zoo Atlanta is a member of the Association of Zoological Horticulture - Learn more about what we do for Plant Conservation
