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Here are some common questions about environmentally-friendly landscaping.
A native plant is a plant that has been naturally occurring in our environment for such a long time that it has created a relationship with animals and insects, meaning it provides food or offers a sustainable habitat. Since native plants are used to our region, they will thrive in our environment and require fewer inputs, like water and fertilizer, than non-native plants to flourish.
Native plants benefit local birds and insects by providing essential food and shelter. For example, certain native trees and shrubs host caterpillars, making them both a food source and a place for caterpillars to lay their eggs. This also helps the bird populations since baby birds require hundreds of caterpillars before they grow strong enough to leave the nest. These trees and shrubs are essentially bird feeders!