The benefits of using native plants may include:

• A. All of the above
• B. Improved habitat for wildlife and insects
• C. Reduced use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides
• D. Maintenance of biodiversity

Answer: (A)

Native plants are species that naturally occur in our region and are adapted to local climate, soils, and seasonal cycles. This means they typically offer the best support for local wildlife, including birds, mammals, insects, and pollinators, by providing the right food sources and habitat. Because they are well-suited to the local environment, they generally require less irrigation, fewer fertilizers, and less pest control once established, which translates into a reduced need for chemical inputs. At the same time, they help maintain biodiversity by strengthening local ecological networks and supporting a wider range of native organisms. Since each of these benefits can occur with native planting, the option that includes all of them best captures the advantages of using native plants.