Most people do not realize that when picking up a tree, shrub or flower at their local Walmart or Lowe's they are most likely getting a plant which is not native to their region. Hey, you look and think how pretty those Asian pansies would look bordering the sidewalk. But wait! Watch those flowers for a while and see how few butterflies, moths, bees or other insects are visiting them. That's because they are not what the insect species for your region of the world. They need plants that they are adapted to for laying eggs, nectaring and chowing down on.
LOOK below for an easy search for flowers that would be beautiful, yet native, and therefore suitable for your region!
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You are so right, Gale. There are more and more native plant nurseries every day that need our support.
Yes. They are sometimes hard to find places that sell native plants! If you ask a service person at your local nursery about which are native plants, they would look at you and go "huh?"!
Great job on your blog... you go girl! Luv it. mmm, desert wildflowers are so beautiful. Each year I look forward to spring, when the desert comes alive with color.
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Oh, I love Arizona!! I loved seeing all of the different cactus species!
Very good advice,Gale! We always make sure to purchase our plants and flowers from local gardeners so we know what we're getting will actually GROW! Theresa
Native will need much less attention and care because they are already adapted for your region, too!
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