Welcome back to the third installment of the Native Plants for Healthy People and a Healthy Planet series. Previously, we’ve discussed how incorporating native plants into our backyards and public spaces protects people from certain infectious diseases and chronic health conditions. We’ve covered biodiversity’s effects on immune system, respiratory, and cardiovascular health. This newest installment […] Continue reading "Mental Health and Natural Landscapes"
As cities around the world grapple with environmental challenges, native plant ordinances serves as an example of forward-thinking urban planning. It's a testament to what communities can achieve when they prioritize the health of their ecosystems and the well-being of their residents. Continue reading "New Jersey Gateway Chapter Leads with Native Plant Ordinance"
To further Wild Ones’ mission to connect people and native plants, we are excited to continue a new monthly blog focused on native plants in national news. This regular feature aims to educate, engage, and inspire action by spotlighting conservation issues and scientific findings related to native flora. Continue reading "May 2024 Native Plant News"
Why garden with kids? This is a question we are asked frequently a KidsGardening. My first response is to begin listing all of the many benefits gardens offer that contribute to a child’s physical, mental, and emotional health. From sensory activities that can provide emotional regulation to edible gardens that can increase a child’s willingness to […] Continue reading "Why garden with kids?"
Welcome to the second installment of the Native Plants for Healthy People and a Healthy Planet series. In the previous blog post, we explored how biodiverse native plants support chronic health by benefiting the immune system, respiratory health, and cardiovascular health. This edition focuses on the critical role of native landscapes in disease control, specifically […] Continue reading "Infectious Disease Control Through Biodiversity"
When Dave and Lynn Kirkpatrick moved into their new home in Northville, Michigan in 2000 with its oversized wooded lot, they immediately added junipers, hostas and daylilies, earning a subdivision gardening award. Continue reading "Member Garden: Lynn Kirkpatrick"
Across the United States, public gardens offer a gateway to understanding the ecological and cultural significance of plants. They serve as centers for conservation, education, and sustainable landscaping. Learn about the role public gardens play in conservation, education, and community engagement in this Q&A with horticultural education leader and advocate for native plants in both […] Continue reading "A Conversation with Matthew Ross on Public Gardens and Native Plants"
Transforming a yard with native plants attracts bees, butterflies, and birds, but what about toads? Discover how adding a pond and hiding spots finally brought toads to the garden. Learn tips to create a toad-friendly habitat, enhancing biodiversity and natural pest control. Read on for more! Continue reading "TOADally perfect: How to create toad habitat in your yard "
April's Native Plant News covers diverse ecological efforts across the U.S., including Continue reading "April 2024 Native Plant News"
April 21 through April 27, 2024, is National Volunteer Week – a celebration recognizing the profound impact of volunteers. This week emphasizes the spirit of collective effort and the personal benefits of volunteering, such as developing friendships and broadening a network of like-minded individuals, educational opportunities, physical exercise, and mental well-being- all while preserving biodiversity […] Continue reading "Rooted in Action: Celebrating Wild Ones Volunteers"