I am looking for suggestions of NC Native Herb Furits, and flowering plants and shrubs, to attract Butterflys, or Bees.
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Phil Bauman on Mar 06, 2012I currently only have 6 Butterfly Bushes, 12 Blueberries bushes, 2 alzelas, 2 Burnning Bushes. And ecpet for the Blueberries, all wer saved from a dumpster!! Recycle plants.Helpful Reply
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Erica Glasener on Mar 06, 2012Phil, I just came across this great info and not only does it include plants, but sources and gardens to visit. I will be keeping this article for future reference. http://www.carolinanature.com/plants4leps.htmlHelpful Reply
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Douglas Hunt on Mar 06, 2012Also check out this excellent brochure from the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service on "Landscaping for Wildlife with Native Plants." It lists everything from perennials through large trees and gives soil moisture and light requirements as well as wildlife value. There is also a list of sources (other than dumpsters). http://www.ncsu.edu/goingnative/ag636_03.pdfHelpful Reply
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360 Sod (Donna Dixson) on Mar 06, 2012Thank you Erica and Douglas both for the great links!Helpful Reply
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Cathy B on Mar 06, 2012butterfly bushes work well and are beautiful.Helpful Reply
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Phil Bauman on Mar 10, 2012Thank you for your responsives, I have save both suggested links.Helpful Reply
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Douglas Hunt on Mar 10, 2012You're welcome, Phil. I'm happy to encourage the planting of natives.Helpful Reply
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Cathy B on Mar 15, 2012City of Phoenix puts out a book with native plants and I think most cities do.Helpful Reply
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