NatureScape

Nature-friendly Yards & Landscaping

NatureScapes are yards and landscapes that provide healthy habitat for birds, butterflies and other wildlife.  In addition, nature-friendly landscaping helps conserve water, reduce pollution runoff and may even save time and money on maintenance!

NEW!  Channel 10 news story on Chula Vista NatureScape click here.

NatureScapes incorporate some of these features:

• Presence of food, water and cover for wildlife

• Drought-tolerant & native plant species

• Removal of invasive plant species

• Drip or soaker hoses for irrigation

• Mulching around planting areas

• Composting of yard and food waste

By participating in the program, you can get your property certified as an official “Backyard Wildlife Habitat” through the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) and help Chula Vista become the largest city in California designated as a Community Wildlife Habitat Area through NWF! Need help in developing your NatureScape? The Conservation Department sponsors FREE half-day workshops for residents to learn more about nature-friendly gardening and landscaping practices.

To view the NatureScape program brochure, click here.

Your Community, Your Environment, Your Choice

Sign-up for a NatureScape Workshop

Visit a NatureScape Demonstration Garden at MacKenzie Creek Park

Select California-Friendly Plants (Nifty Fifty List)

Replace Invasive Plant Species (Cal-IPC)

Calculate the Right Amount of Water for Your Landscape (City of SD)

Additional Information

National Wildlife Federation - Garden for Wildlife

California Native Plant Society - San Diego Chapter

Water Conservation Garden - Cuyamaca College

EPA - GreenScape Program