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Gardening with native plants is growing in popularity within North America. The damage caused by exotic invasive ornamental species has threatened the existence of many our native plant species. Good stewardship of our native natural resources includes making wise choices in the landscape materials we purchase. One way to practice good stewardship is through the purchase of plant material that is native to your local region.
There are many benefits of using native plant species in your gardening and landscaping projects:
· Overall, native plants need less water as compared to non-native exotics.
· Native plants require fewer chemical pesticides.
· Native plants require little to no fertilizer and can respond negatively to fertilizer application.
· Native plants attract beneficial wildlife including birds and pollinating insects.
· Native plants are aesthetically pleasing.
· Growing native plants adds biological and genetic diversity to the domestic landscape.
The following link provides detailed information on sources for native plants and plant seeds within Illinois. Sources of Native Illinois Plants. |
