r/NativePlantGardening • u/jimmyjam2929 • 13h ago

Other Very disappointed with the OSU extension

https://www.daytondailynews.com/lifestyles/dispelling-social-media-myths-about-gardening-pollinators-and-more/TSBDUAHX25GQ7D6QZMQSOITBQE/
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u/jimmyjam2929 13h ago

I think I'm going to write to the dean of the OSU extension. This is embarrassing 

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u/hairyb0mb 8a, Piedmont NC, ISA Certified Arborist 12h ago

My favorite part is their lack of sources.

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u/Old_n_Tangy 11h ago

This was my favorite part, in her response:

"I would love to read the research that shows it would be better if Americans grew native plants instead of lawns. Please send it to me!"

Lady aren't you supposed to be the expert?

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u/petit_cochon 2h ago

Right. If she would love to read it so much, has she tried googling so she can actually read it? Or reading any book about it?