Naturalize your yard

Planting native plants helps wildlife, requires less water and care, and helps Mississauga prepare for climate change. Naturalized yards provide habitat for both plants and animals, which creates a healthy and diverse ecosystem.

What a naturalized yard looks like

A naturalized yard:

• Has at least five native plant species that support pollination
• Has native plants that cover a minimum of 75% of the naturalized area
• Is free of harmful or invasive plants
• Is pesticide and herbicide free

Examples of naturalized yards

Naturalized yard recognition program

The naturalized yard recognition program is currently closed for applications. Please revisit in Spring 2027 for more information.