Why Choose Native Plants?

Southeastern native plants are adapted to our climate and soil conditions, so they typically thrive without a lot of care when planted in the right location. They don’t require fertilizers or pesticides and need less supplemental water than many non-native plants.

Additionally, native plants don’t run the risk of becoming invasive in the landscape. They have co-evolved with native insects and animals for thousands of years providing, food, shelter, and breeding grounds.

Native Plant Benefits Include:

Create and enhance wildlife habitat

• Nesting sites
• Shelter to raise young

Provide food sources for pollinators and other wildlife

• Nectar and pollen for pollinators
• Nuts, berries and seeds for birds and other animals

Reduce the need for supplemental water

Eliminate pesticides and fertilizer

Manage stormwater and reduce soil erosion

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