Why We Prioritize Locally Native Plants in Middlesex County

Brown-belted bumble bee (Bombus griseocollis) feeding on wild bergamot (Monarda fistulosa), a pale purple flower with narrow petals.

The Middlesex Conservation District works to support conservation practices on this landscape through local partnerships and voluntary action. Prioritizing native plants that are part of this region’s ecosystems is one practical way to do that. Defining “Native” vs. “Local” Here in the United States, we have a complex history with the concept of “native,” shaped … Read more