What are Native plants? Plants that grew here before the Colonists arrived. They occur naturally in a particular region, ecosystem, or habitat without human introduction. 

Benefits of growing native plants 

• They are drought resistant; they evolved here and are suited to our climate. 
• They don't require supplemental watering.   
• They don't need fertilizers, herbicides or pesticides; saving you money and time.
• They are safer for your family and pets.
• They are unlikely to be invasive and protect bio-diversity in our landscapes.
• They are beautiful!  Who wouldn’t want to grow them? 

Best practices for Sustainable Gardens

• Shrink the size of your lawn; grass has no ecological benefit.  
• Remove invasive species. 
• Plant for specialist pollinators 
• Set a goal to have 75% native plants and trees. 
• Do not spray chemicals.  
• Use motion sensor lights.
• Set mower height no lower than 3 inches.