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Native Plants and Natural Pest Control

Expert Author: Kim Hunter | Submitted: 2008-05-16 | Word Count: 429 words | Views: 234 view(s) [View Summary]
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One of the many special things about the Pacific Northwest Coast area is the gardening. The climate here gives us a long growing season, and, for most of the year, plenty of water so that we can have lush yards and gardens without a lot of effort. Contributing to this is the move towards incorporating native plants in Tacoma area gardens.

One of the major advantages of using native plants is, because they are already acclimatized to the environment here, they need very little maintenance. The diversity of local plants means plenty of variety when using them for landscaping. In addition, native plants can help create habitat for birds and butterflies, further beautifying your yard.

Native plants are used to the regional climate, and they have a resistance to the bugs and other pests, too. This means that native-plant gardens need less chemical herbicides and pesticides. This means a safer and cleaner environment for you, your children and pets to enjoy. Besides, when we use pesticides, we kill all the bugs, good and bad, and even some birds. Some bugs and birds eat other pest bugs but leave the plants alone. Ladybugs are an example of this, as they eat aphids. If you do develop a pest problem, there are many natural ways to deal with it. Ladybugs and other beneficial bugs, and even bacteria, that will eat the pest bugs, are now available at most garden centers.

Using native plants doesn't compromise looks. A garden full of the yellow-orange faced, sunflower-like, arrow-leaved balsamroot flowers will create amazing visual impact, especially when contrasted with the tall, bright blue, large-leaved lupine. The balsamroot was once an important food plant for the first peoples of the area. On sloping properties, the roots of the balsamroot provide stability and prevent erosion. Both the balsamroot and lupine are sure to attract bees and butterflies to your yard, as well as admiring comments from the neighbors.

So whether you're following the dramatic new trend of digging up lawns and replacing them with wildflower meadows, or just want to add a new section of garden that doesn't increase your water bill and maintenance hours, knowing a bit about native plants and natural plant-care is an asset. I'd encourage all home-owners, especially those that care about "greening" their surroundings, to do some research and consider a local plant garden.

Anyone living in or visiting Tacoma is encouraged to visit the Native Plant Garden at Point Defiance Park. There you can see wild plants in action, including some very rare varieties, and get ideas for your own yard.

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