The Sound of a Living Backyard: Why Native Plants Bring More Life to Your Yard

In this episode of Backyard Columbus, I'm talking about the sound of a living backyard and what it can tell us about the health of our outdoor spaces. From birds and bees to crickets, katydids, nighttime insects, and all the tiny life we may not even see, a backyard filled with sound is often a backyard filled with connection. We’ll explore how native plants help support more insects, which in turn support birds and other wildlife, and why even a small suburban yard can become a lively place for nature. This episode is not about creating a perfect garden. It’s about noticing what’s missing, planting with purpose, and making your yard a little more welcoming to the living world around you. For more information on pollinators, pollinator gardens, gardening, landscape ideas and all kinds of other fun stuff you can do in your own backyard, please follow me: Blog & backyard Photography store: www.BackyardColumbus.com YouTube:    / @backyardcolumbus   Instagram, Facebook & TikTok: @BackyardColumbus You can reach me at: cathy@BackyardColumbus.com