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"
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"
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"
Earlier this summer, we contacted Wild Ones because we felt a deep alignment with their vision of nature. By embracing the Wild Ones principles of preserving our environment and educating others, we knew that our mission to protect bees would thrive alongside theirs. Continue reading "Partnering for a Greener Future: Crown Bees and Wild Ones Join Forces"
Gardenside Chats bring together the voices of the natural landscaping movement to explore the beauty and benefits of native plant gardening. Join Wild Ones Chapter Liaison, Lisa Olsen as she sits down with Preston Montague, a landscape architect and artist with a passion for creating vibrant, biodiverse spaces that connect people to the natural world. Preston shares his insights on transforming public perception of native plants, designing resilient landscapes, and fostering a deeper connection between communities and their local environments. Continue reading "Gardening for Community and Ecology: A Conversation with Preston Montague"
Is there a skeleton in your garden? If your garden is a rain garden, two plants will make you think “skeletons” – mad dog skullcap and boneset. A member of the mint family, mad dog skull cap (Scutellaria lateriflora) blooms in mid to late summer. Early settlers believed that this plant cured rabies, hence the […] Continue reading "Autumn’s Natural Skeletons and Witches"
As we approach the end of another year, it’s time to reflect on the strides we’ve made in protecting native plants and landscapes—and to focus on the work still ahead of us. Wild Ones is guided by a simple, but powerful, goal: to connect people and native plants for a healthy planet. But we can’t […] Continue reading "Invest in the future of Native Landscaping- Donate to the Wild Ones Annual Appeal today"
During times of turmoil, it is inspiring to see how the Wild Ones community pulls together to support one another. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, we have received numerous inquiries from members and chapters asking how they can help those affected. Continue reading "After the Storms-Supporting Recovery Efforts for Hurricanes Helene and Milton"
We had hundreds of stunning entries in this year’s contest! By entering their photos in our contest, these photographers are helping Wild Ones further its mission. Wild Ones uses contest images in Wild Ones publications, promotional materials, presentations and on the our websites so that others may be inspired to learn about native plants and […] Continue reading "2024 Photo Contest Winners"
Planning an eco-friendly wedding? Discover how using native flowers can reduce your carbon footprint, support local ecosystems, and create unique, sustainable floral arrangements that stand out. Get tips for sourcing and styling native blooms for a wedding day with natural beauty and lasting impact. Continue reading "Using Native Flowers in Weddings: A Sustainable and Personal Touch"