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From the US Forest Service:

“Native plants are the indigenous terrestrial and aquatic species that have evolved and occur naturally in a particular region, ecosystem, and habitat. Species native to North America are generally recognized as those occurring on the continent prior to European settlement.”

In other words, native plants grow naturally in a particular area or ecosystem. Over time, these plants have evolved and adapted to the soils and climate as well as to other native plants and animals.

From the Louisiana Native Plant Society “Most plants sold in Louisiana plant nurseries and found in our gardens are not from North America… This distinction is critical, as the introduction of non-native organisms into new areas may significantly change natural communities which often have negative consequences to native plants, wildlife, and our environment.”

In addition, we know that native plants attract beneficial wildlife, are better adapted to draught & freeze and have deeper roots, preventing erosion.