Deep roots make the soil more stable and help it stay fertile. They also soak up water, reducing runoff and keeping nutrients ...

Every yard needs a tree. All the better if it’s a native species of tree, one that will support native bees, butterflies and other wildlife. “Fall is a great time for tree planting,” said Spencer ...

Experts reveal the best native plants to feed birds in winter, including shrubs and perennials that can provide valuable food for birds through the cold months ...

I love what Xilin Zhang is doing by turning her lawn into a native plant garden in New Hyde Park [“On LI, native gardens grow despite hurdles,” News, July 21]. But I am outraged the village threatened ...

You may know plants such as Japanese honeysuckle and English ivy are invasive bullies that will take over your landscape in a ...

Native plants have a symbiotic relationship with native wildlife and evolved within local environment. Here, a monarch rests on a blazing star, a native wildflower. Native plant species are better ...

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• Native trees should grow easily in Southern California, so why are so few of our street trees California natives? • The highest priority is bringing more resilient shade trees to our urban areas, ...