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Sarasota News Leader September 13, 2013 friend because they eat pests. No need for poisons. Ever. Page 99 ation of Native Nurseries and books and magazines can provide gardening information for your area. (See Resources below). 6. It is good for the planet. You will keep our natives going and provide a home for local 10.It is balm for the body and soul. A garden cleans the air and cuts down on noise polwildlife and a respite for migrants. lution. It calms the mind. Nature becomes 7. Sustainability. You can compost food not just a place to visit but also a place to scraps and install rain barrels. live. You will enjoy birds and butterflies year-round. From inside your house, you 8. Natural air conditioning. Gardens diminish will look out on trees, shrubs and flowers the "heat island effect." Plants absorb heat instead of a lawn, streets and other houses. and give off oxygen. Concrete increases heat. Start today. Plant a native wildflower. See 9. Previous experience is not necessary. Your how it does. Soon you will learn what to plant county University of Florida Extension where. Service office, local chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society, the Florida Associ- Growing native grows on you.