Native Plants

Texas is home to approximately 1,200 species of bee and about 25% of them are specialized bees, meaning they only pollinate specific plants. The bristly nama may not be a familiar name for those on the South Plains, but the plant and its purple flowers are all over Lubbock and its bees are hard at work to keep the ecosystem alive.

A new program between conservation organizations resulted in 33 projects showcasing native plants.

One great place to put a native plant bed is the base of a tree. It creates what is called a 'soft landing' for caterpillars that need to transition from the tree to pupating on the ground.

Sand Creek Ranch was recently acquired by The Nature Conservancy to protect wildlife habitat.

The grant is open to people living in Oklahoma, Canadian and Cleveland Counties.

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