Cultivating Native Plants: Understanding the Need for Improved Characteristics
CEU's for Certified Arborists
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44m
Have you ever wondered why certain species are selected for research and adaptation to become a cultivar? When is it appropriate to select a cultivar for a space instead of a native? With so much emphasis on diversifying the plant palette, where do cultivars fit? Natives are a critical part of the landscape and we want to use them when possible, but breeders have spent years developing adaptations to straight species to help them thrive in tough conditions. In this session, we’ll demystify the terminology, explain the rationale behind why certain plants are chosen, provide understanding of the plant development process, and offer examples of great plants that should be in your consideration set.
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