02-10-2013, 08:26 AM
I hear a lot about how the native plants, birds, and insects are endangered, and would like to plant a large patch of native plants at the back of my land in Orchidland to try and help out. I would have about 20' by 125' to dedicate to this.I know it's not much in the grand scheme of things, but if I have a little pocket, and maybe a few other neighbors have little pockets... maybe it could make some difference. I would also try to scatter natives throughout my land, where I could, but that back section would be wholly dedicated to natives.
But really, I have very little knowledge of natives at all. I'm wondering what are the most beneficial ones to plant in my area... the ones that would most benefit the native birds and insects, supposing they'll be able to find them, and also the plants themselves that need the most help and would thrive in my area.
I know that there are other issue affecting the native species, like predation, competition, and diseases, but maybe I can help in some small way with the loss of habitat part.
But really, I have very little knowledge of natives at all. I'm wondering what are the most beneficial ones to plant in my area... the ones that would most benefit the native birds and insects, supposing they'll be able to find them, and also the plants themselves that need the most help and would thrive in my area.
I know that there are other issue affecting the native species, like predation, competition, and diseases, but maybe I can help in some small way with the loss of habitat part.