Native Plants
There are 6 entries in this glossary.Glossaries
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| Dark-Sky Landscaping | Landscape and outdoor-lighting practices that minimize unnecessary artificial light and reduce impacts on nocturnal wildlife.
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| Deadheading | The removal of spent flowers to encourage continued blooming and improve garden appearance.
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| Deadwood Habitat | Standing or fallen dead trees and branches that provide shelter, food, nesting sites, and habitat for wildlife and decomposers.
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| Diapause | A period of suspended development that allows butterflies to survive unfavorable environmental conditions.
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| Disturbance Ecology | The study and application of natural disturbances such as fire, flooding, storms, and grazing in ecosystem management.
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| Down Feathers | Soft, fluffy feathers that provide insulation.
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