With the days getting longer, gardeners are busy planning for springtime, thinking about what new plants, flowers, trees and shrubs they’re going to put in their garden or yard. If you’re among them, here are five gardening trends you might want to keep in mind as you get ready for planting season. The first is a move to native plants, and a reduced emphasis on exotic species. One of the big plusses for gardeners: native plants are easier to care for – they thrive in their native habitats, so you can spend less time and money cultivating them. Read more…