{"id":947,"date":"2015-10-27T15:33:22","date_gmt":"2015-10-27T15:33:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/boston-ma\/?p=947"},"modified":"2017-02-08T16:49:15","modified_gmt":"2017-02-08T16:49:15","slug":"3-reasons-to-consider-using-native-plants-in-your-landscaping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/boston-ma\/3-reasons-to-consider-using-native-plants-in-your-landscaping\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Reasons To Consider Using Native Plants in Your Landscaping"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>One topic that\u2019s been of significant interest to Braintree area homeowners is the use of native or indigeneous plants in landscaping. There are several reasons why you may want to consider using plants that occur naturally throughout Western MA rather than relying on imported, nursery-grown varieties. These include:<\/p>\n<p>Hardiness: We have four dramatic seasons in Braintree, including winters that are cold and snowy. As your Braintree lawn service, we\u2019re ready, willing and able to help your tender shrubs, fruit trees, and exotic perennials get ready to survive the frigid temperatures, native plants can do just fine on their own. Native plants are also generally more acclimated to local conditions in the event of a dry summer.<\/p>\n<p>Cost Native plants tend to be much more affordable than exotic alternatives, because they can be procured locally. Additionally, because they thrive in regional soils, landscaping with native plants reduces the need for expensive special soil treatments. You\u2019ll still want have your Braintree lawn service fertilize in the fall and as needed throughout the year, but there won\u2019t be any need for pricey extra treatments.<\/p>\n<p>Beauty In Western MA, we\u2019re blessed with having many beautiful plants growing naturally in our area. You have many, many options, including species that love growing in the shade and in wet soils. 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