Tennessee
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 Tennessee and the organizations working to build native habitats that help local communities thrive.
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Tennessee Wildlife Federation
Tennessee Wildlife Federation tackles the most urgent conservation issues through public policy and strategic programs that serve our wildlife and community.
Tennessee Native Plants
Tennessee's diverse native plant communities, spanning from the Appalachian Mountains to the floodplains of the Mississippi, establish this state as a botanical wonderland. The vibrant wildflowers of Tennessee not only add beauty to landscapes but also provide essential habitats for pollinators in home gardens.
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The Ultimate Tennessee Gardening Guide
In this Tennessee 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 Tennessee gardening guide is for you.
Garden Donations in Tennessee
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 1 garden in Tennessee.
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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Tennessee Native Plant Society
The Tennessee Native Plant Society nurtures the growing interest in wildflowers and other native flora while also working to protect Tennessee’s native plant heritage and preserve it for future generations.
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Tennessee-Kentucky Plant Atlas
The TN-KY Plant Atlas is a resource for anyone interested in the vascular plants of Tennessee and Kentucky.