🦌 New England Wildlife

A nod to the animals that make this place feel like home. The New England Wildlife theme celebrates familiar favorites like bears, deer, owls, and woodland creatures we associate so closely with our region. These are classic, comforting elements that bring warmth, character, and a real sense of place to gardens and outdoor living spaces.

I’ve always loved nature, and that includes the wildlife just as much as the plants. When I was searching for our home, being surrounded by forest and open land was non-negotiable. There is something grounding about watching animals move quietly through the landscape, sharing space without announcement. It turns an ordinary yard into a small sanctuary.

That appreciation naturally carries over into how I garden. I enjoy planting a mix of things I love while also being mindful of how my choices support the space around me. Personally, when I add a non-native perennial or shrub to my landscape, I like to balance it by adding native plants elsewhere. Not as a rule for anyone else, just a rhythm that feels right to me. Annuals, of course, are all about flexibility, color, and fun.

One of the simplest ways to support local wildlife is by planting things they already recognize as food. Blueberries, coneflower, serviceberry, viburnum, and sunflowers fit easily into ornamental landscapes while offering real value to birds and pollinators. These plants work beautifully as hedges, foundation plantings, or tucked into mixed beds, adding structure, seasonal interest, and movement as wildlife passes through.

I also love carrying that connection into outdoor spaces through décor, which is why I’ve brought in a small collection of pieces that help flesh out this theme. Solar shadow lanterns featuring animals like bear, deer, and wolf (my absolute favorite), along with chime bells, wall art, and sculptural accents, echo the shapes and spirit of local wildlife. These pieces let you enjoy those familiar forms even when the real animals are keeping their distance, layering naturally into planted landscapes without overpowering the garden itself.

Whether you are planting with wildlife in mind, adding a few meaningful accents, or simply surrounding yourself with reminders of the natural world, the New England Wildlife theme is about creating outdoor spaces that feel welcoming, personal, and deeply connected to the land around us.