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Georgia

Working Together to Expand Native Habitat

Native plants create habitat for native wildlife, reduce urban heat islands, and manage stormwater runoff. Learn more about native plants in Georgia and the organizations working to build native habitats that help local communities thrive.

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Georgia Wildlife Federation

Georgia Wildlife Federation is a nonprofit organization l whose mission is to encourage the intelligent management of the life sustaining resources of the earth – its essential water resources – its protective forests and plant life – and its dependent wildlife – and to promote and encourage the knowledge and appreciation of these resources, their interrelationship and wise use, without which there can be little hope for a continuing abundant life.

Visit the Georgia Wildlife Federation website

Georgia Native Plants

There are a wide array of Georgia native plants. By planting native plants, you not only will be perpetuating ecological diversity and providing wildlife habitat, you will be leaving a living legacy to your children and future generations.

Buy Georgia Native Plants
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The Ultimate Georgia Gardening Guide

In this Georgia gardening guide, we’ll explore how you can grow a gorgeous garden sanctuary, all while sustaining local flora and fauna and boosting conservation initiatives. If you’re ready to plant with purpose and create an oasis for local wildlife species, this Georgia gardening guide is for you.

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Garden Donations in Georgia

For every plant sold on our website, we reserve one plant to be donated to a community garden or public space, doubling our collective impact on wildlife and the planet. In 2023, we donated 4 gardens in Georgia.

Native Plants
5 Milkweeds to Plant in Your Butterfly Garden
It’s not a weed, and it doesn’t produce milk, but the humble milkweed is one of the most important plants you can have i...
Planting Tips
Fall is the Best Time to Plant Native Species
Edited by David Mizejewski, National Wildlife Federation Naturalist As the days shorten and the temperatures begin to dr...
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Aphids on Your Milkweed? Call in the Ladybugs!
As passionate gardeners ourselves, we know the frustration of seeing pests like aphids munch on your beloved milkweed. B...
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About the Affiliate Program

State affiliates of Garden for Wildlife by National Wildlife Federation have a long track record working in their states to increase habitat for backyard wildlife species. Many affiliates offer workshops, native plant sales, and community events that support creating a Certified Wildlife Habitat®, pollinator pathways, monarch gardens and more.

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Additional Resources

Explore statewide and local resources for creating habitat where you live. 

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EcoSchools U.S.

This program from the National Wildlife Federation offers a certification program for elementary through secondary schools that nurtures environmental learning and climate action. 

Visit the EcoSchools website
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Georgia Native Plant Society

The Georgia Native Plant Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the stewardship and conservation of Georgia’s native plants and their habitats.

Visit GNPS.org
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Georgia Native Plant Initiative 

The Georgia Native Plant Initiative is a networking program for promoting the use of Georgia native plants in all kinds of gardening. 

Visit the GNPI website