By planting native species, we can help restore balance to ecosystems from "summary" of Bringing Nature Home by Douglas W. Tallamy
The idea is simple but profound: when we plant native species in our landscapes, we are not just adding pretty plants to our gardens. We are actually helping to restore balance to the ecosystems that surround us. Native plants have co-evolved with local wildlife over thousands of years, forming a delicate web of relationships that sustains the entire ecosystem. When we replace native plants with exotic species, we disrupt this web, leading to a loss of biodiversity and a decrease in ecosystem health. By planting native species in our gardens, we provide food and habitat for a wide range of native insects, birds, and other wildlife. In turn, these creatures help to pollinate plants, disperse seeds, control pest populations, and recycle nutrients back into the soil. This creates a self-sustaining cycle t...
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