So… what’s the deal with native plants and why should you consider using them in your landscaping?

Studies have shown that birds and pollinators depend on native plants for food and shelter, especially for raising their young. Exotic species widely used in traditional landscaping do not provide proper nutrients for wildlife and can be thought of more as candy for pollinators. Native plant species produce nectar, pollen, fruit and harbor a variety of native insects that birds and pollinators depend on for survival. Native plants have evolved to thrive in our local climate and do not require herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizer. As development increases in your community, habitat has traditionally been lost completely.