Six Myths about Native Plants: Dispelling them will forever change the way you think about landscaping.

This article from Lake Country Journal discusses six myths about native plants and aims to dispel them. The author emphasizes the benefits of native plants, which have evolved to live in harmony with specific areas and are part of the environment's natural history. The myths addressed include the misconception that native plants will automatically appear if you don't mow your lawn, the belief that native plants look unkempt, the idea that native plants are high maintenance, the notion that it doesn't matter what you plant on your shoreline, the belief that you're on your own when it comes to native landscaping, and the misconception that native plants don't encourage beneficial insects. The article also highlights local businesses and organizations that support native landscaping and provides resources for those interested in learning more. [Extracted from the article]