Your Native Plant Garden Recipe for the New Year
- Beth Sheppard
- 2 days ago
- 1 min read
Step 1: Assess and Simplify
Plan where you want to make changes for next spring. Rethink your garden expectations and simplify areas that have been problematic or disappointing.
We encourage native plants and trees no matter the size of your garden. Consider removing a few higher-maintenance ornamental plants or grass patches to make room for the beneficial features of natives.
Step 2: Sift through Research This Winter
Spend the dormant season learning about a few native species that are unfamiliar to you. Beat in the right combination of these key ingredients:
Soil type and sun/shade requirements
Mature size and bloom expectations
Which pollinators benefit (bees, butterflies, moths)
Select plants that provide nectar, pollen, or serve as a larval host plant
Step 3: Knead and Build Community
Share the gift of discovering new native species with friends and family. Like a book club, comparing notes on the oddities and successes of individual plants creates valuable connections and a shared knowledge base for your gardening community.
Step 4: Purchase a LSLT Native Plant gift Card
Carry on the joy of gardening; shopping and designing are part of the fun!
Keep your eyes open for our Spring Garden Design Workshops - usually the early weeks of March. Location to be announced soon. HAPPY shopping!
