Ever since researching this week’s cover story on invasive species, I’ve been much more attuned to the plants around me. 
I’m now on the lookout for invasives in yards, and even more, in undeveloped plots of land. My yard is covered in Lantana, which is beautiful but apparently is not native and can be invasive. It’s amazing to think about what Charleston would look like if only native plants grew here. One source for the story told me that 98 percent of plants used in landscaping are not native species. We’ve gotten so far from sustainable agriculture and living off what the land provides.
I’m interested in hearing what species from my story any readers have found. Check out the slideshow and leave a comment if you’d like.
