What To Plant I. Cover Cover means more than shelter. It is a place where an animal can escape from enemies, find refuge from the weather, and feel secure while it rests. It also means a safe place for raising young. Different types of animals need different types of cover. The woodpecker and flying squirrel require dead trees.
Rabbits make nests in tall grass and weedy areas.
Deer like to spend the after noons in a secure shrubby area. You will attract more wildlife if you have a variety of cover types. A combination of trees, bushes, brushpiles, and rock piles gives the best results. Many animals, including owls and squirrels, use them as nest sites. Pick trees that are located away from buildings and utility lines to save as snags because they may fall.