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Resources < Wildlife Habitats < Native Plants


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Native Plants

Beautyberry Native Plant Database We are slowly, but surely, building a database of Georgia native plants that work great in the landscape.  We have over 30 plant profiles posted online so far, each containing information growing on conditions, ornamental value, and wildlife value. Learn more
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Why Choose Natives? GWF strongly encourages you to use native plants in  your habitat. Read this article to learn more about why it's so important for you, wildlife, and conservation. Learn More

Photo by Chuck Bargeron, University of Georgia, United States
Think Again
Not all plants at the nursery are "wildlife-friendly." In fact, some of these plants can cause long-term damage to the environment and ultimately harm the wildlife we are trying to aid. Read this article to learn more about invasive, exotic plants that are commonly sold for use in your garden. Learn More
Ted Bodner, Southern Weed Science Society, United States Beware of the Weeds: Invasive Exotic Plants Threaten GA's Biodiversity Invasive exotic plants have already infested over 100 million acres in North America and are invading an additional 4,600 acres each day. The impact of invasive exotics on the environment is devastating. Plant invaders destroy biodiversity, the complicated network of life that is the key to healthy, functioning ecosystems. Learn more

 

 

 

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