Native species are better suited to the soil and require less fertilizer and water. They are also more accustomed to local birds, insects, and other wildlife, and require less care.;
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Rather than using large amounts of water to help sensitive plants survive in dry seasons, choose native species that are more accustomed to using little water. The National Wildlife Federation is one resource that lists such plants.



Some species, like sunflowers and rosemary, have better defenses against pests. Planting such species will reduce your needs for chemical pesticides.
Select native species.
Choose drought-resistant plants.
Choose pest-resistant plants.
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