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Pretty, practical native plants perfect for Clark County
Low-maintenance, hardy native plants growing in popularity
Published: January 16, 2021, 6:02am
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Kinnikinnik is a longtime favorite, evergreen groundcover with all season interest in the garden. (Columbian files)
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One glance out the window confirms that this is winter’s bleakest part, but that’s why it’s the best time to start thinking about how beautiful your summer garden will be with new native plants.
“Native plants are a lot less time-intensive to manage than ornamental varieties, generally,” said Zorah Oppenheimer, Clark Conservation District manager. “They require a lot less water. They’re hardier. They’re going to withstand both hot and cold temperatures. Wildlife is able to utilize them better, whatever nuts and seeds they can provide. They’re also a lot less likely to become invasive.” ....

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