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…buying a tree for the spring flowers and fall fruits, this may…
…such as apples, to develop flowers. Apples and other species…
…resulting in the production of flowers. Be aware of microclimates…
…invade other areas, crowd out native plants, and harm natural ecosystems…

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…leftovers. With a composter established, add leaves and flowers from your yard along with vegetable trimmings, fruit peels…
…poison native insects. For example, garlic mustard threatens native plants and animals in forested areas of the eastern and midwestern…

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…spread invasively into the countryside where they smother our native plants. And as they climb up trees, they produce seeds which the…
…Myrtle. With shiny, delicate evergreen leaves and blue spring flowers, in the shade it remains an elegant plant that can cover…

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…minor scuffs brought on by daily wear and tear. Slate is available in a variety of dark colors, including gray, black, deep purple, red and turquoise. It has a soft touch, elegant appeal and low absorption rate (lower than granite, in fact). Regular…

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…water needs; natural landscaping using native plants; harvesting rainwater; and creating…
…water-friendly landscape is with native plants, ones that have evolved in an area…
…Landscapers Ltd. promotes the benefits of native plants. Started in 1977 in Wisconsin, the…

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…available in most areas. There are also many species that have been naturalized in North America and are often considered native plants. Unfortunately, some of these species are more competitive and have become invasive, crowding out the native species that…

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…placed directly into the pond with no other care needed. Plants should cover 50 to 70 percent of the water surface. Native plants usually do not need fertilizer. For some exotic water lilies, limited fertilizing once yearly may be required. Check with…

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