Native Plants for Shading

Native plants are an essential part of the food web that supports our local ecosystem.

Rhododendron

River Birch

Silverbell

Winterberry

Big Bluestem

Black Cherry

Silky Dogwood

Sycamore

Spicebush

Paw-paw

Black-Eyed Susan

Doghobble

Red Twig Dogwood

Avoid Invasives

Invasive plant species can harm your stream by crowding out native plants that are beneficial for aquatic insects and fish.

Be sure to avoid:

privet
mimosa
honeysuckle
chinese wisteria
princess tree
multiflora rose

For additional native plant species, please contact an expert in your area.

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