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5 Big Garden Trends in 2015 (Not Just Drought-Friendly Plants)

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Garden Trend No. 1: ?Native Plantings

Garden Trend No. 1: Native Plantings

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In the drought stricken state of California, landscape designers are turning to native plants that use little to no water. They also require less maintenance than exotic species as they’ve evolved to withstand the region’s climate, insects and disease. (Julie O’Donald’s perennial garden. (Credit: pacifichorticulture)

As we soar into the peak of summer, our gardens are bursting with color and life in regions rich in moisture and bright sunlight. Adapting to current climate and environmental changes, including excessive heat, drought, and over fertilization, dictate the future gardening trends we employ. Whether switching to landscapes rich in native grasses and succulents in arid climates, or making the most of the short season on the east coast, we are always searching for new plants to grow to maintain a bountiful garden.

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