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Free Webinar: Neonics & Advocacy: Protecting Pollinators and Influencing Policy

| Wild Ones Presents

Join Wild Ones for a free webinar, “Neonics & Advocacy: Protecting Pollinators and Influencing Policy,” featuring Lucas Rhoads, Senior Attorney with Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)’s Pesticides & Pollinators Team. Learn about the environmental impact of neonicotinoid insecticides, the leading causes of pollinator and wildlife declines, and advocacy strategies to influence policies at both state […] Continue reading "Free Webinar: Neonics & Advocacy: Protecting Pollinators and Influencing Policy"

November 2024 Native Plant News

| Native Plant News

November Native Plant News highlights honeybee competition with native bees in California, groundbreaking research in New England linking invasive plant management to tick reduction, and Michigan’s innovative pollinator rest stop project along I-69. Explore how Canadian scientists are researching native plants as natural antibiotics, and discover North Carolina’s transformative school native garden projects. Learn how these initiatives are fostering biodiversity and creating healthier ecosystems nationwide. Continue reading "November 2024 Native Plant News"

Restoring Ecosystems, One Yard at a Time: A Conversation with Doug Tallamy

| General, Partners

Gardenside Chats bring together voices from the natural landscaping movement to highlight the beauty and benefits of native plant gardening. Join Wild Ones Development Director Josh Nelson as he sits down with Doug Tallamy, renowned author, entomologist, and advocate for ecological restoration. Doug shares his journey into native landscaping, the critical role of native plants in supporting biodiversity, and practical steps we can take to transform our landscapes and communities for a healthier planet. Continue reading "Restoring Ecosystems, One Yard at a Time: A Conversation with Doug Tallamy"

Pass on the Pesticides and Boost Biodiversity at Home

| General

Pesticides are harming our pollinators, birds, and biodiversity—but it doesn’t have to be this way. By choosing sustainable gardening practices, we can support a healthy environment right in our backyards. Learn how native plants, soil health, and eco-friendly lawn care can transform your space into a thriving, pesticide-free habitat. Discover easy, actionable tips that make a difference for the planet and our communities! Continue reading "Pass on the Pesticides and Boost Biodiversity at Home"

Gardening for Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds

| General

Create habitat for ruby-throated hummingbirds by adding native plants to your garden. These bright, fast-winged birds love tubular-shaped native flowers and a pesticide-free environment. Learn how to attract them with native plants that bloom throughout the season, providing a reliable source of nectar from spring through fall. From columbine and wild petunia to the stunning […] Continue reading "Gardening for Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds"

Plant Spotlight: Buffalo Gourd, A Native Plant to Celebrate This Fall 

| General

Fall is here, and that means pumpkins and gourds are popping up everywhere—on porches, in centerpieces, and at every farmers’ market. But did you know there’s a native gourd that’s been growing in North America long before the decorative ones hit the scene? Enter the buffalo gourd, a wild cousin to pumpkins and squashes that […] Continue reading "Plant Spotlight: Buffalo Gourd, A Native Plant to Celebrate This Fall "

Landscaping for Resilience

| Wild Ones Presents

Watch the recording of “Landscaping for Resilience with Texas Native Plants” with the Native Plant Society of Texas and featuring Christy Ten Eyck. Discover drought-tolerant, low-maintenance landscape design, water-smart techniques, and native plant choices for sustainable, resilient gardens nationwide. Register now for insights on creating beautiful, eco-friendly landscapes that support biodiversity. Continue reading "Landscaping for Resilience"

October 2024 Native Plant News

| Native Plant News

Wild Ones’ blog explores noteworthy native plant news, featuring Tennessee’s Tree ReLeaf program aimed at improving stormwater management, a groundbreaking study highlighting how invasive plants pave the way for non-native insect invasions, and the Yurok Tribe’s post-dam restoration efforts that are rejuvenating fish habitats and native plant ecosystems in California. Continue reading "October 2024 Native Plant News"

Strategic Changes to Wild Ones Headquarters and Conservancy Property

| National News

Wild Ones is dedicated to supporting our 11,000+ members and 125 chapters across 36 states who bring the importance of native plants and natural landscaping to your local communities. Our vision, “Native plants and natural landscapes thriving in every community,” has increased our national resolve to positively impact the American landscape. To align with our […] Continue reading "Strategic Changes to Wild Ones Headquarters and Conservancy Property"