Native Plant Guide Version 10-06-2023 | Page 40

SALT TOLERANT PLANTS

Coastal communities are facing urgent challenges in landscaping due to rising high tide events , resulting in significant plant loss on residents ’ properties . Saltwater inundation , a consequence of these heightened tides , poses threats to plant survival in these areas . Property owners should select salt-tolerant plants that can survive frequent saltwater flooding , particularly along marsh edges , to stabilize shorelines and mitigate the impacts of rising tides .
The plants featured in this section can survive regular saltwater flooding , especially along marsh edges , where conditions can be quite harsh . However , due to these challenging circumstances , the variety of suitable plants is somewhat limited . It ’ s worth noting that some of these plants may be more prone to deer browsing compared to others listed in this guide .