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Salt-Tolerant Native Plants for Tough Spaces
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Salt-Tolerant Native Plants for Tough Spaces

Salt has an essential role in winter safety, but it needs to be used sparingly and smartly to protect plants and freshwater. Where salt pollution is present in gardens, use native plants that are adapted to tolerate salty soil conditions. These tough growers can take a lot of abuse, making them ideal for boulevard gardens and rain gardens receiving road runoff. Use them to create habitat and support pollinators in difficult soil conditions!

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