Naturally Kiawah Magazine Volume 34 | Page 34

other animals would keep the population in check, saving the vine from decimation. The true “Aha!” moment for the client was actually seeing the process take place in her own back yard. This balancing act of nature is a wonderful lesson for gardeners willing to tolerate a few chewed leaves. Finding the perfect native plants for your garden site is the key, as well as the challenge to gardening with native plants. Many widely available, non-native species found throughout the horticulture industry will grow in a wide range of conditions, making t [H]