Native Plants for Wet Soils

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Wet sites can be difficult to plan for. But you can count on these water-loving plant-friends! This article showcases plants that prefer wet soils, but each description states the range in moisture they tolerate. It is part of our Species Selection Guide where we share select collections of plants based on their ecosystem services, site…

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Native Plants for Dry Soils

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Dry? In the Pacific Northwest? Yes, dry sites can occur on developed land with compacted soils, south or west-facing cliffs, well-draining shorelines, open prairies, and more within our rainforest-covered ecoregion. This article highlights plants that prefer dry soils, but each description states the range in moisture they tolerate. It is part of our Species Selection…

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Native Plants for Moist Soils

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There are bunches Pacific Northwest plants for moist sites. Remember: plant habitats don’t sit in only one category, but exist on a gradient. This article highlights plants that prefer moist soils, but each description states the range in moisture they tolerate. It is part of our Species Selection Guide where we share select collections of…

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