#landscaping trends

Do “native plant purists” gatekeep gardening so hard they actually discourage climate resilience?

Should we stop pretending native plants are always the best choice when many tropical species outgrow them in every metric?

Native plants are overhyped and often ugly — should we stop pretending they're always better for the garden?

Are huge suburban lawns a status symbol or just a massive waste of water and time?

Is "native plant only" gardening just a useless rule that limits your garden's potential?

Is planting for "max biodiversity" a selfish trend that makes your garden look like a messy weed patch?

Does anyone else think native plant gardening is quietly the future?

Does native plant purism do more harm than good by demonizing easy-care non-natives?