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The CNPS-SLO website has more information about what to plant (and not to plant) in your garden
http://cnpsslo.org/resources/growing-natives/- Dealing with Deer in Your Garden
- Native Plants that Attract Birds
- Native Plants with Fragrance
- Native Plants that Attract Butterflies
In addition to their natural beauty, natives provide water-conserving, drought-tolerant and sustainable garden design choices.
Benefits of Native Plants | Native vegetation evolved to live with the local climate, soil types, and animals. This long process brings us several gardening advantages.
Save Water | Once established, many native plants need minimal irrigation beyond normal rainfall.
Low Maintenance | Low maintenance landscaping methods are a natural fit with native plants that are already adapted to the local environment.
Pesticide Freedom | Native plants have developed their own defenses against many pests and diseases. Since most pesticides kill indiscriminately, beneficial insects become secondary targets in the fight against pests. Reducing or eliminating pesticide use lets natural pest control take over and keeps garden toxins out of our creeks and watersheds.
Wildlife Viewing | Native plants, birds, butterflies, beneficial insects, and interesting critters are “made for each other.” Research shows that native wildlife prefers native plants.
Support Local Ecology | As development replaces natural habitats, planting gardens, parks, and roadsides with California natives can provide a “bridge” to nearby remaining wildlands.
Beautiful natural landscapes in California, including the scenic National Parks here, display authentic California flora. Your garden can too.