Tag: Michigan

June 2025 Native Plant News

Posted on | Native Plant News

June Native Plant News spotlights local action with national impact. From Virginia’s pollinator-friendly gardening tips to Michigan’s expanding Habitat Hero program, communities are finding creative ways to restore habitat. Alabama’s Bee City USA continues its native planting efforts, while a new NASA-led project aims to predict wetland collapse before it’s too late. Get to know foxglove beardtongue (Penstemon digitalis), explore the staggering economic toll of invasive species, and learn why conservation groups are pushing back against the proposed sell-off of millions of acres of public land in the West. Continue reading "June 2025 Native Plant News"

Wild Ones & Michigan Audubon: Partnering for Native Plants and Birds 

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Wild Ones is excited to announce a new partnership with Michigan Audubon, a like-minded organization dedicated to bird conservation through habitat restoration and education. With 13 Wild Ones chapters across Michigan, we see firsthand how native plants play a crucial role in supporting birds and other wildlife. By working together, we can amplify our shared […] Continue reading "Wild Ones & Michigan Audubon: Partnering for Native Plants and Birds "

Layer by Layer

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When designing a native plant garden, layering is key to building beauty, structure, and habitat—just like in nature. Forests are perfect examples of layered ecosystems, with towering canopy trees, understory trees, shrubs, perennials, and ground cover all working together to support wildlife. By applying these natural layers to your garden, you can create a thriving, […] Continue reading "Layer by Layer"