Native plants for designing outdoor spaces By: Fiorella Eduardo-Palomino The use of native plants is an integral part of the sustainable landscaping. The purpose of using native plants surged due to the environmental degradation we are facing and from the awareness of preserving the environment and pursuing the restoration of environmental quality. The native plants are a fundamental part of the original landscape which has been replaced by non-native species, especially in urban areas. Using native plants in designing outdoor spaces allows adding value and functionality, providing a sense of place as well as offering efficiency in the installation, maintenance, and management of the outdoor area. On the other hand, the perception of the use of native plants has been discussed in papers the last years (Hoyle et al , 2017; Yakub & Tiffin, 2017; Fischer et al ., 2011, Özgüner, 2007 ). Some research indicates that native species may not be as attractive as non-native orna