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Interest in native plants continues to grow, and it's easy to see why--these plants attractive wildlife, act as pollinators, require less maintenance, and can better withstand climate change and related weather issues. Midwest Native Plant Primer is a guide to the 225 species of trees, shrubs, vines, perennials, ground covers, bulbs, and annuals. Introductory chapters cover plant selection, design suggestions, and the benefits of choosing native plants. The bulk of the book is plant entries that include everything a gardener needs to successfully grow these important garden additions.