Nurturing Nature's Bounty: Top 5 Native Plants to Plant in Otago and Southland
Nestled in the southern reaches of New Zealand's South Island, Otago and Southland boast breathtaking landscapes characterized by rugged coastlines, rolling hills, and expansive plains. In these diverse and dynamic regions, native plants play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance, supporting biodiversity, and enhancing the beauty of the land. Whether you're a gardener, conservationist, or homeowner, incorporating native plants into your landscape can contribute to the resilience and sustainability of Otago and Southland. Here are five native plants ideally suited for planting in these regions.
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Planting a range of New Zealand natives is going to make a huge difference to local bird life. Generally a mixture of natives will provide a range of habitats and a varying food source for native birds. 
Riparian margins are strips of land along the edges of natural watercourses including streams, lakes and wetlands. The are the transitional area from land to water. The planting of riparian zones plays an important role in protecting the environment, and these are increasingly becoming recognised as important areas to plant in natives.
