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Why Native Plants?

Benefits for local ecosystems

Discover why native plants are the foundation of healthy ecosystems

📖 10 min read • Science-backed

💡 Key Takeaway

Native plants support 35x more caterpillars than non-natives—caterpillars that feed 96% of baby birds. No natives = no wildlife.

Native plants are species that have evolved naturally in a specific region over thousands or millions of years WITHOUT human introduction. In Central Texas, this means plants that existed here before European colonization.

These plants have developed intricate relationships with local insects, birds, and other wildlife. They're perfectly adapted to our climate, soil, and seasonal patterns.

Regional Matters

A plant native to California is not native to Texas! Always choose plants native to your specific region for the best results.

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