Native Plant Initiative

The Importance of Native Plants

Native plants play a vital role in our ecosystem. The currently alarming decline in the bird and insect populations has been directly linked to the overwhelming presence of non-native plants in our landscape, along with the use of fertilizers, pesticides, and loss of habitat. Even birds that are primarily seed-eating rely on insects to raise their young. The vast majority of insects are only adapted to feed on the native plants that they have co-evolved with for millions of years. Many non-native plants have become invasive, spreading into other areas and crowding out valuable species. Some are actually poisonous to birds and insects. To support biodiversity, use native plants!

To view the article “Where the Pros go to Source Native Plants”, click here

To view our helpful brochure on using native plants, please click

To view a helpful handout on Native Plants in the Home Landscape, please click here.