Native substitutes
Because non-native plants are not palatable to our native insects, they can spread uncontrollably, out-competing native plants and becoming “invasive.” Many popular garden plants are now invasive. Try planting native plant substitutes instead.
Title: Invasive Plant Brochure
Author/Source: New England Wildflower Society
Description: Introduction to invasive plants with suggested native alternatives.
Title: Native Alternatives to 12 Common Invasive Plants
Author/Source: Native Plant Center at Westchester Community College
Description: PDF list of native plant substitutes for commonly used invasive garden plants