Planting Native Trees

Plant a native tree to support wildlife

Every yard needs a tree. All the better if it’s a native species of tree, one that will support native bees, butterflies and other wildlife. “Fall is a great time for tree planting,” said Spencer ...

Terra Planet Earth on MSN

Sustainable yard design starts with low-water plants and native shade

Low-water plants, native shade, and smart irrigation turn yards into cooler landscapes that save water and support local life now.

Newsday

Growing native gardens, planting trees, saving the environment

I love what Xilin Zhang is doing by turning her lawn into a native plant garden in New Hyde Park [“On LI, native gardens grow despite hurdles,” News, July 21]. But I am outraged the village threatened ...

LAist

Planting non-native trees isn’t ideal — but sometimes it makes sense in LA

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Los Angeles Times

We need more street shade in L.A. Why aren’t we planting native trees?

• Native trees should grow easily in Southern California, so why are so few of our street trees California natives? • The highest priority is bringing more resilient shade trees to our urban areas, ...