Why Native Plants?

Native plants have grown in popularity in recent years, with many customers leaving the big box stores in search of local nurseries. But what makes a plant "native" or "invasive" and what implications does that have on how we garden? Craig Maxwell, local chapter chair for the NC Native Plant Society, speaks to Gaston County Master Gardeners at the Mauney Memorial Library about the importance of native plants and the many reasons gardeners are making the switch.

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That was such an incredibly great talk. Thanks for uploading.