In the fall, plants start to go dormant and focus on growing strong roots.

“I think in the transition to native plants, there’s just such an excitement of all the life you’re bringing into your yard."

If you’re interested in transforming your garden with native perennial plants, there is no better time.

The fall provides a unique opportunity to get started with native plants. There’s less weed pressure and you have to water less due to the increased moisture, said Sarah Sutton, owner of Spicebush Swallowtail Native Plants and Garden Design, a state-licensed nursery in Pittsford.

In the fall, plants start to go dormant and focus on growing strong roots rather than top growth.

“Fall is just an excellent time to plant perennials,” Sutton said. “Then they’ve got strong roots, and they wak

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