Be a part of the solution

Exotic plants (the stuff gardeners like to grow) are crowding out natives in acres and acres of wild lands. This becomes a problem for birds, and then the bugs the birds eat and on and on in the food chain, not to mention the threat invasives pose to our native plant population. Exotics species are generally stronger and more aggressive.

Keep a close eye on your figs and fescues, nicotianas and knotweeds, or not grow them at all if you live close to parks and preserves. See what else is a threat to Southern California’s native plant habitat at the California Invasive Plant Council.

Dang! Does this mean we’re not supposed to love the look and especially the smell of wild mustard?