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Bosky Dell Natives is a native plant nursery just outside of
Portland, Oregon. Their webpage specializes in connecting people in the region
with native plants, and they boast over 300 species of native plants. They take
a systems approach to preventing ecological problems and preserving nature.
Their site offers links to plant lists and different types of gardens for all
the backyard enthusiasts and naturalists. It is also a great resource for anyone
interested in low-maintenance, disease-resistant plants, and basic soil facts.
If you like the idea of plants that are drought tolerant, this
website allows visitors to search for native plant information by nursery,
community service, or professionals. Each category is organized by state and
metro area, making it easy for homeowners to find specific information about
their region. A listing of native trees and shrubs and their descriptions is
also provided.
What we liked best about this site was the step-by-step
naturescapping tutorial. Ten different pages entitled “How to Naturescape”
include designing a plan, preparing the site, planting the plants (native or
not), creating edges in the landscape, designing for wildlife, and utilizing
bio-swales, with two good finished examples of conventional versus natural
landscape models and why the latter is more productive. This is a very useful
resource.
Bulletin of the Native Plant Society of Oregon. Harvey, T.
(ed.) 2006.
www.npsoregon.org/publica.htm
NPSO works for plant and habitat conservation. The
organization plays a major role in local efforts to protect and conserve
threatened and endangered species by carrying out rare plant surveys and
monitoring programs. They have developed guidelines regarding native plant
gardening, butterfly gardening, biological control of invasive plants, wetlands
restoration, plant ethics, forest management, plant salvage, and re-introduction
of natives. Visit their website to find scheduled publications, work parties,
and native plant rescues in the Portland area.
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