More than two decades ago, Janet and John Allen’s yard in central New York like most any other yard across America with a big, expansive lawn. But since the late 1990s, it has evolved into a safe haven for birds, pollinators, and insects, as well as a learning tool for anyone who just happens to […] Continue reading "Member Garden: Janet and John Allen"
If there’s one word that describes Denise Ranucci, of Ambler, Pennsylvania, it is perseverance. She battled flooding problems on her property for a decade, and even had her yard regraded. But it didn’t help. Continue reading "Member Garden: Denise Ranucci"
Explore how native gardening can address climate challenges in our next Wild Ones national webinar, “Cultivating Change” with author and activist Lorraine Johnson. Continue reading "Cultivating Change with Lorraine Johnson"
Just a few hundred years ago, the North American landscape was rich with woodlands, prairies, deserts, and wetlands full of native plants. Today, these natural areas are under attack, and we are losing species and habitats at a rate unprecedented in human history. A short tour through your community will provide a quick reminder that […] Continue reading "Support Wild Ones this Giving Tuesday"
Pesticides contribute to biodiversity loss and habitat degradation, and many negatively impact human health. Congress is currently considering two pieces of legislation that address pesticide regulation. Continue reading "Urgent Calls to Action on Pesticide Legislation"
View the Grand Rapids Native Garden Plans Continue reading "Grand Rapids Discussion with Designers Amy Heilman & Rebecca Marquardt"
View the Columbia River Basin Garden Design Continue reading "Columbia River Basin Discussion with Designer Ann Autrey"
We had over 700 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 "2023 Photo Contest Winners"
Article by Neil Diboll Republished from the Summer 2022 Wild Ones Journal The divergence between the goals of horticulture and ecology create a conundrum for the modern gardener, especially those committed to the preservation of plant species and the organisms that depend upon them for survival. Continue reading "Genetic Diversity and Plant Preservation"
Join us for an enlightening webinar featuring authors, Neil Diboll and Hilary Cox, as they present their latest book, “The Gardener’s Guide to Prairie Plants.” This comprehensive compendium is a treasure trove of knowledge for gardeners looking to incorporate native prairie plants into their landscapes. Neil and Hilary will delve into the making and application […] Continue reading "The Gardener’s Guide to Prairie Plants with Neil Diboll and Hilary Cox"