North Carolina
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 North Carolina and the organizations working to build native habitats that help local communities thrive.
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North Carolina Wildlife Federation
North Carolina Wildlife Federation works for all wildlife and habitat, bringing together conservationists, wildlife enthusiasts, hunters and anglers, government and industry to protect North Carolina’s natural resources.
North Carolina Native Plants
North Carolina is known for its abundant array of native plant life thanks to its vast landscape and the humid, subtropical climate in certain parts of the state. Wildflowers are particularly noteworthy, providing a kaleidoscope of color and sustainability to home gardens.
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The Ultimate Maryland Gardening Guide
In this Maryland 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 Maryland gardening guide is for you.
Garden Donations in North Carolina
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 3 gardens in North Carolina.
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.
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North Carolina Native Plant Society
The North Carolina Native Plant Society's mission is to promote the enjoyment and conservation of North Carolina’s native plants and their habitats through education, protection, cultivation, and advocacy.
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North Carolina Audubon
With a century of conservation history in North Carolina, Audubon strives to conserve and restore the habitats we share with all wildlife, focusing on the needs of birds.