If you’re thinking about natives to plant in May, the real opportunity lies in choosing plants that can cope with what’s coming next. As summer edges closer, swapping out thirsty, delicate favorites for resilient native species means less watering, less worry, and a back yard that holds its own in heat and drought.
May is a month of optimism; borders are filling, the air is soft, and the temptation to over-plant is very real. But a clever gardener knows that what thrives in May must also endure July. This is the moment to plant with foresight rather than impulse.
