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If you are interested in learning more about native ornamental plants for the New Jersey landscape, Rutgers Cooperative Extension is offering a free webinar from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on April 12, ...
Although many non-native species have been introduced to New Jersey, not all are considered invasive. An invasive tag is for any species that poses a serious threat to our environment and economy.
Eastern Bluestar (Amsonia tabernaemontana) is another New Jersey native perennial plant that produces bright fall foliage. It grows between 1-3 feet in height, and blooms with clumps of blue ...
New Jersey is rapidly losing its native flora, and the situation is critical. One-third of our roughly 2,600 native plant species are designated as endangered or of special concern by the state ...
U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill say that native plants are key to making sure New Jersey’s ecosystems are healthy. ... Sherrill highlights importance of native plants in NJ. Season 2024 Episode 01/26/2024.
Your yard may be your neighbors’ envy … beautifully landscaped and well maintained. But if it’s full of non-native plants, to birds it’s a parched desert. A recent study by the Smithsonian ...
Gloucester County ‘Native’ New Jersey plants are hard to define | Gloucester County Nature Club. Published: ; Sep. 03, 2019, 12:00 p.m.
New Jersey’s native plants need stronger… Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X ...
The Somerset County chapter of the Native Plant Society of New Jersey has received an American Water Charitable Foundation ...
Luckily, New Jersey has a number of native plants that attract, feed, and provide habitat for these butterflies. Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) is a required host for monarch caterpillars in ...
Selecting plant species for your garden that are native to New Jersey can help support populations of pollinators and songbirds. Many native species are pest and disease resistant and do not ...