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Native plants are better for pollinators and — because they cut the need for water and chemicals — better for the environment too.
Less effort for a more beautiful yard? Saving money on water, fertilizers, and pesticides? Check, check, check, check, and check.
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Skip the frequent mowing and plant a few native species. After that, you can let nature do most of the work.
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Check out the National Audubon Society’s Native Plants Database for details on which plants are native to your area and what kinds of wildlife they attract.
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“A few years ago, I tilled up all the grass on our corner lot and spread a bunch of native plant seeds. Our house is now neighborhood famous!”
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