This week I’d like to “go native” with you, readers !  A lot of the plants we grow and sell here are Royal Crest are also native to our part of the world.  This is a good thing for several reasons.  Native plants tend to require much less water (drought tolerant), less chemicals (better for the planet ), and less fertilizer (cleaner, more clear waterways).  Not to mention they are less likely to freeze since they should be accustomed to the temperature fluctuations in your area.  Going  native is also better for desirable  animal life because it allows for more of the food source that birds and butterflies prefer.

All of these plants can be found in the wilderness of the Southeastern United States and can be expected to thrive in your landscape once they have become established.  Always remember that newly planted material requires lots of water in order to get it accustomed to its new environment outside of the pampered confines of a nursery.  The natives at this youthful age are just as vulnerable as non-native plants.  The rewards of a native landscape become evident in the years ahead that you or your customer can enjoy their landscaping with much less work or fuss.   Go native and win back your weekends