If you’re planning a garden this fall, local environmental advocates say native plants are one of the best choices for both homeowners and wildlife.
Terri Gorman, conservation landscaper and landscape manager with Lynnhaven River Now, is currently helping collect and distribute native seeds while educating residents about their environmental benefits. Native plants provide food for wildlife, nectar for pollinators like bees and butterflies, and help filter contaminants from the environment.
They also require less maintenance than many non-native plants. Because native flowers and grasses are adapted to Virginia’s climate and develop deep root systems, they need little to no watering once established…