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Is native-only planting a virtuous ecological choice or just a way to shame new gardeners?
As 2026 brings both a surge in eco-conscious gardening and a cost-of-living crisis, the debate over native-only planting pits ecological idealism against practical accessibility for newcomers. Cast your vote to weigh environmental benefits against the risk of gatekeeping in gardening communities.
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