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"
Grow Where You Are is a call to action this summer. Wild Ones’ free Native Garden Designs help you turn any yard into pollinator habitat. With regionally tailored layouts, plant lists, and tips that make native planting easier than ever. Download, plant, and share today. Continue reading "Grow Where You Are: Native Garden Designs That Bring Habitat Home"
Many of us have fond memories of a favorite tree from childhood- one that provided shade on a hot day, a sturdy trunk to climb, or a quiet place to sit and dream. Trees have long held symbolic meaning in our lives, from the “Tree of Life” to “Our Family Tree” and “Our Roots.” The […] Continue reading "Champion Trees: A Celebration of Giants"
“The garden suggests there might be a place where we can meet nature halfway.” — Michael Pollan Author and environmental thought leader Michael Pollan (Author of The Omnivore’s Dilemma, Second Nature) reminds us that a garden is more than a collection of plants—it is a place where people and nature work together. This idea perfectly […] Continue reading "Announcing the 2025 Wild Ones Seeds for Education Grant Winners"
Explore how native plants can enhance biodiversity and support ecosystems in our upcoming Wild Ones national webinar, "Combating the Biodiversity Crisis with Native Plants" featuring Sarah Gray and Coralie Palmer from the Indiana Native Plant Society. Continue reading "“Combating the Biodiversity Crisis with Native Plants” with Sarah Gray & Coralie Palmer"
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