Plant! California Native Plants

California Native Plants

Native plants evolved with our local climate, soil types, and animals. This long process brings us several gardening advantages. Once established, many California native plants need minimal irrigation beyond normal rainfall. California native plants require significantly less time and resources than common non-native garden plants. Native plants have developed their own defenses against many pests and diseases. Native plants, hummingbirds, butterflies, and other beneficial insects are “made for each other.” Research shows that native wildlife clearly prefers native plants.


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