Native plants are the backbone of any local ecosystem. In the Maryland, Virginia, and Mid-Atlantic region, you can find several native plants that thrive in our natural climate conditions. If you’re considering updating your garden this spring or starting 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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Debunking Common Rain Garden Misconceptions
A rain garden is a landscaping practice that is designed to capture rainwater and prevent the release of excess water into municipal water systems. A rain garden can reduce runoff and flooding, as well as filter pollutants that are carried… Read More
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The Native Chesapeake Bay Plants to Admire this Winter
If you’re looking for some natural beauty amid the dead of winter, you can find these native plants of the Chesapeake Bay region and admire their remarkable appearances. They thrive during the winter seasons, so you are catching them at… 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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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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How to Prep Native Plants for the Fall Season
To most people, Labor Day weekend signifies the end of summertime and the start of the fall season. To gardeners, Labor Day marks the beginning of the fall preparation period for their plants and landscapes! As the fall planting season… Read More