I'm a firm believer in using plants native to one's own area in the garden. I've always thought it shameful when a gardener knows more about exotic plants than the plants growing naturally in their own region. To me, a garden should serve as a link to the natural world around you just as much as it should be a means of growing food or improving the appearance of your property. (TXT) Why should you consider native species for your garden? (DIR) How can I obtain native plants? (DIR) Wisconsin Flora Phlog Questions? Comments? Send them to anise AT sdf DOT lonestar DOT org