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Why Choose Native Plants? They are Low Maintenance, Improve the Environment and Have a long lifespan

It's taken scientists nearly 140 years to realize what significant benefits utilizing native plants in the environment has on our planet and the general areas they are used in.

Everyone loves those favorite annual plants that live for a season and then die out and only have to be replanted the following spring. But what about other types of plants? They have the same purposes and overall beauty that last and regrow every spring for decades, are self-seeding, has cleaning properties, and require low maintenance and no fertilizers? These are facts every homeowner or potential homeowner needs to know.

Native plants come in a variety of sub-species, such as the following types of plants:

Mosses are low-growing, evergreen species that serve a tremendous ecological role by removing toxins from the air by absorption; they prevent soil erosion, serve as a source of insulation and shelter to small rodents and reptiles, not to mention preventing soil erosion, and help clean stagnant areas of standing water. Mosses are also bio-indicators and do not require fertilizers or high maintenance. Why, you ask? It's a native plant

Types Of Mosses That Are Low Maintenance, Easy To Plant, and Thrives in Most Zones

Carpet moss is used as a live carpet-like mat in landscaping. It looks identical to a living carpet mat, velvety and lush. Great to use around stepping stones, near play areas or around shrubs or flowers to prevent pesky weeds.

Sheet Moss Sheet moss adds a stillness tranquil feel to any area in landscaping. It's a more brilliant evergreen color, and this moss is used a lot to eliminate mosquitoes in shade gardens. It cleans the air and reduces harmful inspections in wet areas.

Pincushion Moss Pincushion moss makes an alluring touch and whimsical feel to a garden. It's easy to identify with its pin cushion pads and appearance, and it's used a lot in farmhouse designs indoors for moss bowl decor and centerpieces. However, in outdoor use, it makes an excellent topiary moss and comes in dense tufts that can also be used in flower gardens for weed control. It also has many air-purifying benefits.

Perennials offer many significant environmental benefits as well. One is they improve the soil with added nutrients and increase its richness. Another consideration is that perennials are native plants; unlike annuals, they return every spring and have a long lifespan. Some also reproduce and reseed to make more plants. They do not have to be taken up for cold winters and replanted for spring; they are super low maintenance.

Below are Some Perennial Plants That Are Popular With Homeowners Across The US

Narcissus Daffodils This plant is a genius species of the Narcissus family. They are early spring blooms and thrive almost anywhere you plant them. They have other names, such as Jonquil and buttercups in the south. The narcissus plants also multiply and are one spring's first blooming perennials. The Indian wives' tale is that if it doesn't snow on the buttercups, we will not have a hot summer with lots of droughts.

Ajuga Plant Also known as the bugleweed, the ajuga plant is a low-growing ground cover plant blooming lavender shoots in the spring and summer. It is a fast spreader and grower and is prized by many as the easiest of all the ground cover plants to grow. It is used in New York as the preferred soil erosion plant, and its bloom colors range from blue to purple depending on the soil's pH.

Partridgeberry Plant The partridgeberry plant, known as Mitchella depends, wintergreen, or squaw vine, has many favored characteristics. It's a low-growing evergreen with glossy leaves and has brilliant-colored red berries in winter. They are often seen with snow on the leaves and berries, making them a favorite woody perennial plant because it looks like a plant decorated for the holiday season. It's used as a hub for many female ailments and is also safe for animals.

Impatiens Canensis This plant, also known as the "hummingbirds' Choice" of all the nectar fill favorites, is a prevalent plant for hummingbird and monarch enthusiasts. It is also called Spotted Touch me Not, Jewelweed, and Water Weed. It thrives in wet areas and is an annual woody plant near garden drain areas or near gutter runoffs. It requires no maintenance and is easy to grow in full sun.

Native ferns provide shelter and homes for small animals, reptiles, turtles, salamanders, and rabbits. They are bio indicators and have many air-purifying benefits. They are low to no maintenance plants, return every spring and live for decades. Ferns do not require expensive potting soils, fertilizers, or added soil nutrients.

Types of Native Ferns That's are Popular With Homeowners With Busy Schedules that Desired a Pretty Landscaping

Christmas Fern The Christmas fern is a hardy native and thrives almost anywhere it's planted. Christmas ferns get their name "Christmas" because they stay green year-round in some areas and warm zones. They feature glossy grounds and reach heights near 1-2 feet—a perfect border plant.

New York Fern The New York fern has delicate soft fronds and brighter green foliage. They reach heights near 1-2 feet at maturity and return every spring with a burst of bright colors to enjoy. They also make excellent shade and border plants that are low maintenance.

Ostrich Fern This best-selling ostrich fern is a more extensive type growing from 2-03 feet in height and is also known as the fiddlehead fern. They have vase-shaped fronds and are edible and a delicatessen in France and Sweeden.

Author- Tammy Sons is the CEO of Tn Nursery (https://www.tennesseewholesalenursery.com) and studied Horticulture at TTU. She is a plant expert that enjoys spending time with her family and outdoors.

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