You’ve probably seen a few of your neighbors transition their cookie cutter garden beds to something more natural, inclusive of lush plantings that blend in with purpose. This kind of landscaping is becoming all the rage for homeowners, and for good reason.

Easy to Maintain

One of the most appealing benefits to choosing indigenous elements is the little effort required in upkeep. They are designed to withstand erratic conditions and chaotic climates of their locale, which means less attention is required from you. Natural occurring species can survive periods of drought longer than hybrid plants and need fewer resources to flourish.

Ecosystem and Sustainability Benefits

While decreased use of chemicals in landscaping has its own beneficial aspects, this is just the beginning. Gardens utilizing familiar floras can act as rain basins and reduce the risk of flooding or puddling. Some foliage grows extensive root systems that absorb excess water and allow rain to penetrate the soil more easily. Such diverse growth increases the variety of wildlife driven to it. These landscapes offer food and shelter for many types of birds, pollinators and favorable insects.

Bring Life to Your Garden

Are you particularly fond of butterflies? Bees? Birds? Garden patches can be customized to your specific taste or needs. Though many plants attract a variety of outdoor creatures, you could tailor your medley to foster beloved populations. Curate the perfect haven by creating a biodiverse habitat that will encourage nearby “friends” to visit.

 

Domestic Illinois Plants

You may have seen indigenous plants in neighbors’ front yards and not even noticed, such as Purple and Yellow Coneflowers, Black Eyed Susans, and New England Asters. These common flowers sometimes are ignored as endemic. Other popular foliage found in Illinois include Elm-leaved Goldenrod, Compass, Prairie Blazing Stars, smooth Blue Asters, and Missouri Ironweed. 

Incorporating domestic species can supplement beautiful low-maintenance color to your yard and support the regional ecosystem. If you’re considering curating a similar native plot or need other landscaping services, contact us today for a consultation.