Nativars and Heavy Lifters in the Garden

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By Gemma AlexanderAug 20, 2018, 6:00 am392 pts
Native plants in nurseries are often hybrids, native species crossed with ornamental cultivars. While beautiful, they may not fulfill the ecological role of a true native in the garden. Even among native species, there are usually a few key plants that do the environmental heavy lifting, providing food and…

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