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Is There a Nativist Ideology at Work in ‘Woke’ Horticulture? | Pro Landscaper March 2025

Writer: David KeeganDavid Keegan

Updated: Mar 4

A bee on a vibrant red and yellow flower, gathering pollen.

In recent years, native planting, rewilding and so-called “woke horticulture” have gained traction as essential strategies for restoring ecosystems and tackling climate change.


But is this movement as progressive as it seems?


In the latest edition of Pro Landscaper, I explore the complexities of ecological nativism and challenge whether rigid adherence to native species is truly the best path forward. Read on to find out why it might be time to rethink what we consider ‘native’ in modern horticulture.



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