“The use of natives in commercial, public and residential landscapes is among the fastest growing areas in the Illinois Green Industry. Traditionally, Illinois Nurseries have not produced native perennials in mass. However, the demand for these native plants are increasing at a record pace, thus creating the need for research in this area,” said Dave Bender, executive director of the Illinois Green Industry Association

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