On Jan. 21 this webinar brings together author and botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer and youth organizer Esther Bonney for a live, intergenerational discussion on native plants, community care, and long term engagement in the native plant movement. Continue reading "A Conversation with Robin Wall Kimmerer & Esther Bonney"
This month’s Native Plant News explores proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act, a rare rediscovery of canada yew in Indiana, cost saving pollinator landscapes in Michigan, coastal habitat restoration in New Jersey, new genetic insights into cheatgrass invasions, the expanding ecological role of beavers, and ethical approaches to plant rescue in Texas. Continue reading "December Native Plant News"
Adding plants to the landscape for primarily winter interest extends our garden enjoyment through the entire year and more importantly provide food and shelter to wildlife. It lifts the spirits to look outside and see red stems or berries against the snow or birds flitting among tree branches or added texture in a dormant landscape. Planting something for specific-winter interest is a gift worth giving ourselves and the wildlife with whom we share our gardens. Continue reading "Extending Holiday Spirit in the Garden"
This article examines Manoomin v. Minnesota DNR, the first U.S. court case brought by a plant, exploring wild rice, Tribal sovereignty, and the rights of nature through the cultural and legal lens of the White Earth Band of Ojibwe. Continue reading "Manoomin: Wild Rice, Tribal sovereignty and the rights of nature in northern Minnesota "
Sketch along with experts Zoe & Heather Evans and learn a simple step-by-step method to sketch your first layout and tie it to a larger vision. Continue reading "Turn That Patch Into a Plan"
We are excited to announce an expanded partnership with Wildr to encourage people to replace turf grass with native plants that restore biodiversity, support pollinators, and strengthen local ecosystems. Together, we are combining innovation, education, and community effort to grow the movement for native landscaping. This partnership combines our unique strengths to make native landscaping […] Continue reading "Wild Ones & Wildr: Partnering to Inspire and Equip People to Plant Native "
November's Native Plant News features muskrats as wetland allies, ancient grasslands as carbon engines, goats battling invasives in Iowa, the fight to save Florida’s ghost orchid, a surprising use for invasive pampas grass, a major seed-bank milestone, and an Australian bee linked to an endangered bloom. Continue reading "November Native Plant News"
We had hundreds of stunning entries in this year’s contest! By submitting their photos, these photographers are helping Wild Ones further its mission. Wild Ones uses contest images in publications, promotional materials, presentations, and on our websites to inspire others to learn about native plants and natural landscaping. We were proud to have the 2025 […] Continue reading "2025 Photo Contest Results"
Autumn is the time to plant bulbs, and rather than planting tulips, daffodils, and crocuses, consider planting native bulbs. Continue reading "Native Bulbs for a Spring Surprise"
Explore the eerie side of ecology with Dark Botanica: Wild Ones Spooky Season Reads. This curated list blends eco-horror, folklore, and real plant science revealing how native flora inspire both fear and fascination through stories of adaptation, resilience, and survival. Continue reading "Dark Botanica: Wild Ones Spooky Season Reads"
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