The use of native plants and responsible practices are fast growing trends in the landscape industry, as Americans become more environmentally conscious. Outdoor Dream Creations prides itself on its vast knowledge of native plants and eco-friendly landscape practices. We strive to follow responsible methods with every installation, incorporate native plants into most landscapes and even offer specialty designs composed of entirely native plant material. To us, environmentally responsible landscaping and the use of native plants are not just a better idea, they are the best idea.
What are Native Plants?
Native plants are those that occur in the region in which they evolved. Plants evolve over geologic time in response to physical and biotic processes characteristic of a region: the climate, soils, timing of rainfall, drought, and frost; and interactions with the other species inhabiting the local community. Thus native plants possess certain traits that make them uniquely adapted to local conditions, providing a practical and ecologically valuable alternative for landscaping, conservation and restoration projects, and as livestock forage. In addition, native plants can match the finest cultivated plants in beauty, while often surpassing non-natives in ruggedness and resistance to drought, insects and disease.
Benefits of Landscaping with Native Plants
- More Wildlife - Would you like to have more birds and butterflies in your backyard? Native animals are best adapted to native plants for food and cover, so a well-planned landscape of native plants can help you attract more wildlife to your property.
- Low Maintenance – Plants native to an area are well suited to the local soils and climate, and require relatively little upkeep once established on an appropriate site. Lower maintenance means financial savings and more free time for homeowners.
- Balance Habitat Loss – With current human population growth, we are losing wildlife habitat at an alarming rate. You can help balance this loss by creating new habitat with native plants.
- Lower Water Bills – Native plants are more drought tolerant and require far less watering. The decreased water use will save you money in lower water bills.
- Safer Environment – Most importantly, using native plants and responsible landscape practices creates a safer environment for the entire community and our families.
