Nature Net News - September 2011 - Wildflowers and Native Grasses
"For myself I hold no preferences among flowers, s o long as they are wild, free, spontaneous." - Edward Abbey Dear Reader, Fall is upon us, but in these last warm days of summer, take a look at the wild beauty that blooms -- our native grasses and wildflowers. Native plants and wildflowers grow naturally and are deemed "native" because they existed in forests and prairies before pioneer cultivation. Native plants and wildflowers play important roles in the local ecosystems. For example, prairie grasses have deep root systems that help keep soil from eroding and soak up lots of water. This is why many rain gardens (gardens designed to keep runoff from buildings or roads from washing away the local ecosystem) feature native prairie plants! Learn more about these natural wonders in this edition of Nature Net News today! Enjoy, Kathe, Sarah & Brenna The Folks at Nature Net Did You Know..... The seed of the Indian Paintbrush is so tiny, that several hand...