Lawns and landscapes are not merely aesthetic additions to your yard. They can benefit your local environment and the health of the planet as a whole! Landscapes contribute to healthier food, air, and water, which are the essentials for a… Read More
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Reasons to Begin Naturescaping with Native Plants
Naturescaping is a method of landscape design that allows people and nature to coexist naturally together without forcing destructive landscaping practices. The goal of naturescaping is to incorporate certain plants, particularly native plants, into your yard to benefit insect, bird,… Read More
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Answering Common Questions About Native Plant Gardening
If you are considering starting your home garden, you may have heard about native plants. American Native Plants and our nursery in Middle River may have even been recommended to you! But what exactly does it mean to garden with… Read More
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Why You Should Support Your Local Native Plant Nursery
A key part of creating a healthy, vibrant landscape is choosing the right plants to go in it. You could choose to shop for your plants and hardgoods at a big-name retailer, but your local nursery has distinct advantages in… Read More
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Get to Know the Principles of Sustainable Landscaping
Sustainable landscaping is an environmentally conscientious practice that asks landscapers to examine the input and output of their landscaping practices and to minimize both. The goals of the movement are to conserve water and energy, reduce waste, and decrease runoff…. Read More
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5 Native Plants Gardening Tasks for November
November is finally here, and native plant gardeners have a series of new tasks to complete this month! While some of your natives have gone dormant for the season, others still require maintenance to thrive throughout winter and spring. Prepare… Read More
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4 Native Plant Gardening Tasks for October
October is an important month for gardeners that work with native plants. As the temperatures continue to decrease, animals, insects, and plant species prepare for dormancy. Birds and butterflies migrate southward, as plant root systems grow and develop in preparation… Read More
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Native Plant Gardening: Looking Ahead Towards Autumn
As the summer transitions into fall, September is a good time to reflect on the past season and look ahead to the changes to come. Gardening tasks continue well into Autumn, from planting to weeding. While you complete your weekly… Read More
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It’s Time to Start Thinking About Fall Planting
Mid-August is the best time to start thinking about fall planting! Whether you’re new to native plants or you have maintained a garden for several years, it’s important to plan your planting strategy before the season changes. The warm soil… Read More
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4 Gardening Tips for Beginners
If the beautiful spring weather has you aching to get out in the garden, you’re not alone. This is the prime season for gardeners, but if you’ve never had a garden before it can be a little intimidating. Don’t let… Read More