Native plantings are specially acclimated to the regional climate and potential predators, and don't require much in the way of alterations. Once your native plants are landscaped and flourishing, they require less tender love and care than non-native ones. First, you'll have fewer seasonal plantings since native plants can better withstand temperature changes. You won't have to water them as often because their root systems have evolved to correspond to the land's type of soil and amount of rainfall. Fertilizers and pesticides probably won't be necessary either, since native plants evolved to thrive and resist predators.

In addition to being easier on your back, native plants are easier on your wallet in the long run. Water, fertilizer and pesticides, in particular, are significant gardening expenses that native landscaping can drastically reduce. Exotic plants generally cost more than native plants due to transportation and climatic controls needed to endure transportation and display.

You're also doing the environment a favor when you landscape with native plants. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), 5 percent of air pollution in the United States comes from gas-burning lawn and garden equipment. Since native landscape maintenance doesn't involve routine mowing, it virtually eliminates those emissions. The diminished use of pesticides, herbicides, fungicides and other poisons promotes cleaner water quality. Along with filtering storm water more effectively, native plants prevent soil erosion naturally and serve as more effective carbon sinks. Above all, native landscaping enhances biodiversity and fosters healthy ecosystems by providing nectar, seeds and pollen for neighboring flora and fauna.

So what does this mean to you the consumer?

• Cost Savings
• Limit Climate Impact
• Waste Reduction
• Water Conservation
• Reduction to Carbon Footprint
• Energy Savings

Contact us for more information on how Native Designs Landscaping can help you create an inviting environment that is “Green” friendly.