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Ohio Native Plants: Expert Tips for Gardening Success

Ohio’s native plants, adapted to the state’s varying climate and soil conditions, offer numerous benefits to the ecosystem and your garden. Integrating them into your landscape is an excellent way to support local wildlife while fostering a resilient and low-maintenance outdoor space.

  • For tree selection, consider the Ohio Buckeye (Aesculus glabra) known for its unique nuts and attractive spring blooms, or the Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis), admired for its stunning pink flowers.
  • In the shrub category, the Buttonbush (Cephalanthus occidentalis) thrives in wet areas and attracts pollinators with its white flower clusters.
  • Native perennials, such as the Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) and Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta), add vibrant hues and attract pollinators. The Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis) stuns with its brilliant red flowers in moist areas.
  • For groundcover, the Common Blue Violet (Viola sororia), is a great choice, while the Wild Strawberry (Fragaria virginiana) offers the additional perk of edible fruits.
  • Native grasses like Big Bluestem (Andropogon gerardii) and Indian Grass (Sorghastrum nutans) bring structural beauty and texture.

For successful gardening with native plants, match plant choices to your site’s conditions, maintain plant diversity, and show patience as your garden develops. With these tips in mind, you can create an outdoor space that not only thrives but also supports Ohio’s biodiversity.

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