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[![black-eyed susans at sunset](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/UIUC%20Photo%20ContestMost%20Popular%20Vote%20Winner_Black%20Eyed%20Susans%20at%20Sunset_Donovan%20Jensen.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/prairie-pics-photo-contest-winners) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [News](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/news) [And the Winners Are... Prairie Pics Photo Contest Winners Announced!](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/prairie-pics-photo-contest-winners) Discover the winners of the Prairie Pics Photo Contest, celebrating Illinois's native plants and pollinators, while engaging college students in wildlife conservation. [![Fall into native plants: AMA with Naturalist David Mizejewski](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/AMA%20Promo%20%281%29.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/fall-into-native-plants-key-takeaways-from-our-ama-with-david-mizejewski) [Seasonal](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/seasonal) [Video](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/video) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Beginner Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/beginner-gardener) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Sustainable Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/sustainable-gardening) [Fall Into Native Plants: Key Takeaways from Our AMA with David Mizejewski](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/fall-into-native-plants-key-takeaways-from-our-ama-with-david-mizejewski) Discover why fall is the perfect time to plant native species and learn key tips for supporting local wildlife from naturalist David Mizejewski. [![Bird sitting on Arrowwood Viburnum (Viburnum dentatum) shrub with berries](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Shrubs%20Blog%201.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/what-makes-a-shrub-a-shrub-a-guide-to-unlocking-your-gardens-full-potential) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Beginner Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/beginner-gardener) [Plants & Products](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/plants-products) [What Makes a Shrub a Shrub? A Guide to Unlocking Your Garden's Full Potential](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/what-makes-a-shrub-a-shrub-a-guide-to-unlocking-your-gardens-full-potential) Discover the essential role of shrubs in creating a resilient, biodiverse garden that supports wildlife year-round and unlock your garden's full potential. [![monarch butterfly on narrowleaf milkweed](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/SoCal%20Blog%20Announcement%201.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/introducing-our-new-native-plant-collection-for-southern-california) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [News](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/news) [Plants & Products](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/plants-products) [Introducing Our New Native Plant Collection for Southern California](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/introducing-our-new-native-plant-collection-for-southern-california) Discover our new Southern California Native Plant Collection, designed to create a resilient, water-wise garden that supports local wildlife and thrives in your unique climate. Pre-order now for fall planting. [![prairie junegrass](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Native%20Grasses%20and%20Groundcovers%201.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/grass-isnt-just-for-lawns-why-native-grasses-are-your-gardens-unsung-heroes) [Planting Tips](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/planting-tips) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Grass Isn't Just for Lawns: Why Native Grasses are Your Garden's Unsung Heroes](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/grass-isnt-just-for-lawns-why-native-grasses-are-your-gardens-unsung-heroes) Discover why native grasses are the key to a sustainable, wildlife-friendly garden, offering beauty, habitat, and ecological benefits without the maintenance of traditional lawns. [![Cardinal in a dogwood tree](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Cardinal%20in%20Dogwood%20Tree.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/native-trees-layering-your-landscape-for-a-wildlife-paradise) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Birds](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/birds) [Plants & Products](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/plants-products) [Native Trees: Layering Your Landscape for a Wildlife Paradise](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/native-trees-layering-your-landscape-for-a-wildlife-paradise) Transform your yard into a wildlife haven by layering native trees, shrubs, and plants. Discover the benefits of creating a diverse, eco-friendly landscape. [![A bountiful vegetable garden](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/PXL_20241011_183833049.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/why-your-vegetable-garden-needs-plants-for-pollinators) [Planting Tips](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/planting-tips) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Beginner Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/beginner-gardener) [Sustainable Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/sustainable-gardening) [Why Your Vegetable Garden Needs Plants for Pollinators](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/why-your-vegetable-garden-needs-plants-for-pollinators) Attract pollinators to your vegetable garden for better yields and natural pest control while supporting local wildlife and ecosystems. [![bees on purple coneflower in a native garden](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Purple%20coneflowers%20native%20garden.webp)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/25-native-plants-for-2025) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Sustainable Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/sustainable-gardening) [25 Native Plants for 2025](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/25-native-plants-for-2025) Discover 25 native plants that attract birds and butterflies, enhancing your garden's beauty and supporting local wildlife in 2025. [![Monarch caterpillars on milkweed plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/image-png-Mar-17-2025-03-18-39-3003-PM.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/backyard-conservation-the-monarch-butterfly-how-i-got-started) [Planting Tips](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/planting-tips) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Beginner Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/beginner-gardener) [Butterflies](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/butterflies) [Milkweed](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/milkweed) [Backyard Conservation & the Monarch Butterfly: How I Got Started](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/backyard-conservation-the-monarch-butterfly-how-i-got-started) Learn how one wildlife gardener supports monarch butterflies by planting native milkweed, turning her backyard into a thriving habitat to aid in conservation efforts. [![emerging milkweed plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Emerging%20Milkweed%20Plants.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/late-emerging-native-perennials-the-beauty-of-patience-in-the-garden) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Beginner Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/beginner-gardener) [Milkweed](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/milkweed) [Late Emerging Native Perennials: The Beauty of Patience in the Garden](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/late-emerging-native-perennials-the-beauty-of-patience-in-the-garden) Discover the beauty and benefits of late-emerging native perennials that extend bloom seasons and support pollinators in your garden. It's worth the wait! [![Western monarch revival collection](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/western-monarch-revival-577662_570x.webp)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/garden-for-wildlife-expands-native-plant-service-to-west-coast) [News](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/news) [Garden for Wildlife Expands Native Plant Service to West Coast](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/garden-for-wildlife-expands-native-plant-service-to-west-coast) Garden for Wildlife expands to the West Coast, providing native plants to all 48 contiguous states, enhancing biodiversity and wildlife habitats nationwide. [![Wall of english ivy, an invasive plant species in north america](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Invasive%20Plants%20Blog%20Post%202.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/5-popular-plants-that-are-invasive-to-north-america-and-their-native-alternatives) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [5 Popular Plants that are Invasive to North America (and their Native Alternatives)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/5-popular-plants-that-are-invasive-to-north-america-and-their-native-alternatives) Discover 5 invasive plants that are popular in North America and the native alternatives that you should plant instead [![magnus coneflower (Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus') on the left and pink double delight (Echinacea purpurea 'Pink Double Delight') on the right ](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Purple%20Coneflower%202.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/straight-species-vs-cultivars-a-quick-plant-guide) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Beginner Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/beginner-gardener) [Straight Species vs. Cultivars: A Quick Plant Guide](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/straight-species-vs-cultivars-a-quick-plant-guide) Learn the difference between straight species and cultivars, and discover the benefits of planting straight native species in your garden. [![Eastern columbine plants in front of a home (on the left) and Larinda planting seedlings in the garden (on the right)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/image-png.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/my-story-of-planting-native-a-personal-essay) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Beginner Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/beginner-gardener) [My Story of Planting Native: A Personal Essay](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/my-story-of-planting-native-a-personal-essay) Discover the benefits of planting native plants through Larinda Frushour's inspiring journey, creating pollinator gardens to support local wildlife and enjoy a low-maintenance, vibrant garden. [![Heather Andrews from Garden Thoughtfully creates a pollinator pot of native plants for her porch](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Pollinator%20Pots%20Blog.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/how-to-create-pollinator-pots-with-native-plants) [Planting Tips](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/planting-tips) [Video](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/video) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Beginner Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/beginner-gardener) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [How to Create Pollinator Pots with Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/how-to-create-pollinator-pots-with-native-plants) Create beautiful pollinator pots using native plants to attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds to your porch. Learn how in our step-by-step guide. [![monarch butterfly on goldenrod](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Monarch%20Butterfly%20Blog%201.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/3-things-you-can-do-to-help-the-monarch-butterfly) [Wildlife](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/wildlife) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Butterflies](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/butterflies) [3 Things You Can Do to Help the Monarch Butterfly](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/3-things-you-can-do-to-help-the-monarch-butterfly) Help save the monarch butterfly by planting milkweed, creating pollinator gardens, and spreading awareness. Learn how small actions can make a big impact. [![great blue lobelia in different seasons](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Dormant%20Native%20Plants_Great%20Blue%20Lobelia.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/is-it-dead-or-dormant-how-to-tell-the-difference-in-native-perennial-plants) [Planting Tips](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/planting-tips) [Seasonal](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/seasonal) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Is it Dead or Dormant? How to Tell the Difference in Native Perennial Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/is-it-dead-or-dormant-how-to-tell-the-difference-in-native-perennial-plants) Learn how to distinguish between dead and dormant native perennial plants, and discover essential tips for caring for them during their dormancy period. [![A black-capped chickadee sitting in leaf litter](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Featured%20Blog%20Image%20-%20Leave%20the%20Leaves%20-%20Chickadee.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/why-you-should-leave-the-leaves-for-wildlife-this-fall) [Seasonal](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/seasonal) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Sustainable Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/sustainable-gardening) [Why You Should Leave the Leaves for Wildlife This Fall](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/why-you-should-leave-the-leaves-for-wildlife-this-fall) Discover why leaving fallen leaves benefits wildlife, the environment, and your garden. Learn how to create a sustainable fall landscape. [![a gardener places plant seedlings into a container](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Featured%20Image%20-%20Container%20Planting%20Blog.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/native-plant-gardening-for-patios-and-balconies) [Planting Tips](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/planting-tips) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Beginner Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/beginner-gardener) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Native Plant Gardening for Patios and Balconies](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/native-plant-gardening-for-patios-and-balconies) Create a thriving wildlife habitat on your patio or balcony with native plants, attracting birds, butterflies, and bees even in small spaces. [![monarch butterflies in a butterfly garden with native plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Featured%20Photos%20-%20Butterfly%20Garden%20Blog%20%202.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/how-to-create-a-butterfly-garden-with-native-plants) [How To](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/how-to) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Beginner Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/beginner-gardener) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Butterflies](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/butterflies) [Pollinators](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/pollinators) [How to Create a Butterfly Garden with Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/how-to-create-a-butterfly-garden-with-native-plants) Create a butterfly garden with native plants to support local wildlife, offering essential resources for butterflies to thrive. Follow these steps for a flourishing, pesticide-free habitat. [![purple coneflower plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Featured%20Image%20-%20Purple%20Coneflower.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/7-common-misconceptions-about-native-plants) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Sustainable Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/sustainable-gardening) [7 Common Misconceptions About Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/7-common-misconceptions-about-native-plants) Uncover the truth behind common misconceptions about native plants and learn how they can enhance your garden's beauty and support local ecosystems. [![A field of swamp milkweed](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Featured%20Photo%20-%20Top%205%20Plants%20in%20Florida%20Blog%20-%20Swamp%20Milkweed%20Patch.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/top-5-native-plants-in-florida-for-2024) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Sustainable Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/sustainable-gardening) [Florida](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/florida) [Top 5 Native Plants in Florida for 2024](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/top-5-native-plants-in-florida-for-2024) Discover the top five native plants planted by Florida gardeners in 2024, boosting biodiversity and supporting local wildlife. [![A cluster of orange butterfly milkweed flowering perennials ](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Pages/Featured%20Image%20-%20%20Orange%20Butterfly%20Milkweed.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/5-milkweeds-to-plant-in-your-butterfly-garden) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Butterflies](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/butterflies) [5 Milkweeds to Plant in Your Butterfly Garden](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/5-milkweeds-to-plant-in-your-butterfly-garden) Discover five native milkweeds to plant in your butterfly garden for stunning blooms that support monarch butterflies throughout their life cycle. [![three native plant species sitting in dirt alongside gardening tools](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Blog%20Featured%20Image%20-%20Fall%20Planting%201.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/fall-is-the-best-time-to-plant-native-species) [Planting Tips](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/planting-tips) [Seasonal](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/seasonal) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Fall is the Best Time to Plant Native Species](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/fall-is-the-best-time-to-plant-native-species) Discover why fall is the best time to plant native wildflowers, shrubs, trees, and grasses. Get expert tips for a flourishing fall garden! [![A cluster of aphids on a milkweed plant](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Blog%20Featured%20Image%20-%20Aphids%20on%20Milkweed%203.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/aphids-on-your-milkweed-call-in-the-ladybugs) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Butterflies](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/butterflies) [Sustainable Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/sustainable-gardening) [Aphids on Your Milkweed? Call in the Ladybugs!](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/aphids-on-your-milkweed-call-in-the-ladybugs) Learn how to naturally control aphids on your milkweed plants by inviting ladybugs to your garden. Embrace sustainable gardening practices for a thriving wildlife habitat. [![A tractor sprays insecticides on a corn field](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Neonicotinoids%20Blog%201.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/neonicotinoids-kill-butterflies-thats-why-we-dont-use-them) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Butterflies](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/butterflies) [Pollinators](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/pollinators) [Neonicotinoids Kill Butterflies – That's Why We Don't Use Them](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/neonicotinoids-kill-butterflies-thats-why-we-dont-use-them) Studies show that neonicotinoids harm native butterfly and bee populations. Learn how to avoid these harmful chemicals and create a neonic-free garden. [![Great Blue Lobelia, a popular native plant in Virginia](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Featured%20Image%20-%20Virginia%20Gardening%20Guide%20CTA.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/preparing-to-plant-native-in-virginia-4-commonly-asked-questions) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Virginia](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/virginia) [Preparing to Plant Native in Virginia: 4 Commonly Asked Questions](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/preparing-to-plant-native-in-virginia-4-commonly-asked-questions) Discover the benefits of planting native species in Virginia for wildlife and ecosystem conservation. Review commonly asked questions. [![A butterfly feeds on an aster plant](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Featured%20Image_6%20Asters%20Blog.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/5-asters-to-add-to-your-garden-for-vibrant-fall-blooms) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [5 Asters to Add to Your Garden for Vibrant Fall Blooms](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/5-asters-to-add-to-your-garden-for-vibrant-fall-blooms) Discover five native asters to add to your garden for stunning fall blooms that support local wildlife while creating a vibrant, wildlife-friendly garden. [![Garden for Wildlife Sponsors Poster of Bird-Friendly Garden Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Garden%20for%20Wildlife%20Sponsors%20Poster%20of%20Bird-Friendly%20Garden%20Plants.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/garden-for-wildlife-sponsors-poster-of-bird-friendly-garden-plants) [gardening for birds](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening-for-birds) [Birds](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/birds) [News](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/news) [Garden for Wildlife Sponsors Poster of Bird-Friendly Garden Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/garden-for-wildlife-sponsors-poster-of-bird-friendly-garden-plants) Garden for Wildlife sponsors a new Bird-Friendly Garden Plants poster with Cornell Lab of Ornithology to promote native plants for supporting local birds. [![Callanan Industries Pollinator Garden Planting Day](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Callanan%20Industries/Callanan%20Industries%20Planting%20Day.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/cultivating-sustainability-an-interview-with-evan-onuskanych-from-callanan-industries) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [New York](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/new-york) [Customer Spotlight](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/customer-spotlight) [Cultivating Sustainability: An Interview with Evan Onuskanych from Callanan Industries](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/cultivating-sustainability-an-interview-with-evan-onuskanych-from-callanan-industries) Discover how Callanan Industries is leading the way in sustainability with its pollinator garden. Learn about Rosie's Garden, employee engagement initiatives, and the importance of planting native. [![Black-eyed susans in winter](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/Canva%20Design%20DAGGzpSPvEA.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/why-you-shouldnt-deadhead-native-flowers-supporting-wildlife-through-every-season) [Planting Tips](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/planting-tips) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Pollinators](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/pollinators) [Birds](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/birds) [Why You Shouldn’t Deadhead Native Flowers: Supporting Wildlife Through Every Season](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/why-you-shouldnt-deadhead-native-flowers-supporting-wildlife-through-every-season) Learn why you should resist deadheading native flowers to support wildlife. Discover the ecological benefits and tips for incorporating this practice in your garden. [![Calico aster (Symphyotrichum lateriflorum) in a wildlife garden](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/Blog%20Featured%20Image_Calico%20Aster.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/embrace-the-beauty-and-significance-of-calico-aster) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Embrace the Beauty and Significance of Calico Aster](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/embrace-the-beauty-and-significance-of-calico-aster) Discover the beauty of calico aster. Learn about its symbolism, ecological benefits, and growing tips for a wildlife-friendly garden. [![native coral honeysuckle](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Lonicera%20sempervirens.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/native-vs.-invasive-honeysuckle-attract-pollinators-not-problems) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Pollinators](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/pollinators) [Native vs. Invasive Honeysuckle: Attract Pollinators, Not Problems](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/native-vs.-invasive-honeysuckle-attract-pollinators-not-problems) Native honeysuckles are a versatile and invaluable addition to any garden, offering beauty, biodiversity, and ecological benefits throughout the year. [![The side garden of a home with a garden bed full of native plants from Garden for Wildlife](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/IMG_3375%20%281%29.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/customer-spotlight-a-flourishing-native-garden-phils-journey-with-garden-for-wildlife) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Customer Spotlight](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/customer-spotlight) [Customer Spotlight: Phil's Journey to a Flourishing Native Garden](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/customer-spotlight-a-flourishing-native-garden-phils-journey-with-garden-for-wildlife) Learn how one Georgia gardener transformed his yard with native plants, creating a vibrant habitat for wildlife. [![adult and Childs hands planting native plants in blue pot](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Pages/Filler%20Photos/family-planting-1.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/summer-gardening-planting-maintenance-checklist) [Planting Tips](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/planting-tips) [Summer Gardening: Planting & Maintenance Checklist](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/summer-gardening-planting-maintenance-checklist) Native plants thrive in summer, showcasing blooms & robust growth. They support local ecosystems, require less water & maintenance, enhance biodiversity. [![hands holding compost dirt soil](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/compost.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/turn-scraps-into-soil-the-importance-of-composting-in-sustainable-gardening) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Turn Scraps into Soil: The Importance of Composting in Sustainable Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/turn-scraps-into-soil-the-importance-of-composting-in-sustainable-gardening) Composting is a cornerstone of sustainable gardening, offering endless benefits for the health of our soil and planet. [![names and logos of plant identification apps](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/gfw-blog-plant-id-app.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/the-ultimate-guide-to-plant-identification-apps-for-every-gardener) [How To](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/how-to) [Beginner Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/beginner-gardener) [The Ultimate Guide to Plant Identification Apps for Every Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/the-ultimate-guide-to-plant-identification-apps-for-every-gardener) A detailed look at top plant identification apps, each uniquely suited to help you cultivate your garden knowledge. Compare apps to find your favorite! [![yellow goldenrod plant with monarch butterflies](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Garden%20for%20Wildlife%20Month.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/why-you-should-plant-goldenrod) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Why You Should Plant Goldenrod](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/why-you-should-plant-goldenrod) Goldenrod deserves recognition as a keystone plant for its invaluable contributions to biodiversity, wildlife habitat, and garden resilience. [![rain barrel water conservation for sustainable gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202024-05-13%20at%203.45.41%20PM.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/ultimate-sustainable-gardening-guide) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Beginner Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/beginner-gardener) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Ultimate Sustainable Gardening Guide](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/ultimate-sustainable-gardening-guide) The sustainable gardening approach encompasses various practices and techniques aimed at conserving resources, reducing waste, and fostering biodiversity. [![hummingbird in flight feeding from red flowers](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/ruby-throated-hummingbird_scarlet-sage.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/fueling-the-migration-top-native-plants-to-support-hummingbirds-on-their-journey) [How To](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/how-to) [Wildlife](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/wildlife) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Hummingbirds](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/hummingbirds) [Fueling the Migration: Top Native Plants to Support Hummingbirds on Their Journey](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/fueling-the-migration-top-native-plants-to-support-hummingbirds-on-their-journey) As stewards of the environment, there are several ways we can help support spring hummingbird migrations. [![Homegrown National Park Biodiversity Map™](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202024-04-24%20at%209.33.50%20AM.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/mapping-biodiversity-with-homegrown-national-park) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Mapping Biodiversity with Homegrown National Park](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/mapping-biodiversity-with-homegrown-national-park) Doug Tallamy's Homegrown National Park initiative embodies the transformative potential of community-driven conservation. [![purple coneflower native plant](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/purple%20coneflower.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/top-native-plant-picks-for-mothers-day) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Top Native Plant Picks for Mother's Day](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/top-native-plant-picks-for-mothers-day) This year, skip the traditional bouquet of flowers and opt for something unique and sustainable: native plants! [![A pollinator garden with butterflies featured a Certified Wildlife Habitat sign from National Wildlife Federation](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/Certified%20Wildlife%20Habitat.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/garden-for-wildlife-month-2024) [Garden for Wildlife Month 2024](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/garden-for-wildlife-month-2024) Celebrate National Garden for Wildlife Month and unleash your inner wildlife hero this May! Learn how to create a thriving habitat for local wildlife. [![](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Rudbeckia%20hirta_black-eyed%20Susan_pearl%20crescent%20butterfly.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/beyond-the-label-how-to-shop-for-native-plants-that-create-wildlife-habitat) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Beginner Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/beginner-gardener) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Beyond the Label: How to Shop for Native Plants That Create Wildlife Habitat](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/beyond-the-label-how-to-shop-for-native-plants-that-create-wildlife-habitat) Explore how to shop for native plants, decipher plant tags, and ask the right questions to ensure you're making informed choices that benefit both your garden and the environment. [![Bee rests on an Alabama native plant](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Pages/State%20Pages/State%20Hero%20Images/AL-bee-on-aster.webp)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/gardening-with-native-plants-in-alabama) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Alabama](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/alabama) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Gardening with Native Plants in Alabama](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/gardening-with-native-plants-in-alabama) Explore the benefits of gardening with Alabama native plants, supporting local wildlife, and conserving the state's biodiversity. [![a bird sits on an American Beautyberry shrub](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Plant%20Species/American%20Beautberry/PNG/American%20Beautyberry%20Shrub_Callicarpa%20americana-2.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/getting-started-with-native-plants-easy-wins-for-beginners) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Beginner Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/beginner-gardener) [Getting Started with Native Plants: Easy Wins for Beginners](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/getting-started-with-native-plants-easy-wins-for-beginners) Discover how to start a native plant garden to support local wildlife. Find tips on choosing plants and shopping worry-free with our quiz and resources. [![pink swamp milkweed with monarch butterfly](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/monarch%20butterfly%20on%20pink%20swamp%20milkweed.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/everything-to-know-about-swamp-milkweed) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Butterflies](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/butterflies) [Everything To Know About Swamp Milkweed](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/everything-to-know-about-swamp-milkweed) If Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) is in your native range, it offers several benefits that make it an excellent choice for home gardens for wildlife. [![garden for wildlife plant boxes on porch](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/IMG_0887-1.jpeg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/navigating-frost-dates-our-guide-to-timing-and-native-plants) [Planting Tips](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/planting-tips) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Navigating Frost Dates: Guide to Timing and Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/navigating-frost-dates-our-guide-to-timing-and-native-plants) Explore the significance of frost dates, how they affect gardening, and why shipping timeframes are essential for ensuring our plants' health and vitality. [![Wild visions habitat creation challenge garden design](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/IMG_2127.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/wild-visions-garden-designs) [Plant Donations](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/plant-donations) [Beginner Gardener](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/beginner-gardener) [Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/gardening) [Wild Visions Garden Designs](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/wild-visions-garden-designs) Wild Visions 2024: Garden for Wildlife donates native plants to university student groups across the DMV & the students plant gardens across town. [![](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/earth%20day.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/celebrate-earth-day-with-native-plants-3-tips-for-sustainable-gardening) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Celebrate Earth Day with Native Plants: 3 Tips for Sustainable Gardening](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/celebrate-earth-day-with-native-plants-3-tips-for-sustainable-gardening) By growing native plants, conserving water wisely, and fostering habitat for wildlife, home gardeners can play a crucial role in promoting sustainability. [![Vanessa Arcara, President and Co-Founder of Third Act, in her garden](https://thirdact.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/VA_GardenForWildlife-e1711987737184-964x1024.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/asters-for-ella-third-act-partners-with-garden-for-wildlife) [Fundraising](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/fundraising) [Asters for Ella: Third Act Partners with Garden for Wildlife](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/asters-for-ella-third-act-partners-with-garden-for-wildlife) Discover how Third Act partnered with Garden for Wildlife to support native plant gardening, connecting communities and wildlife. Join the movement today. [![](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Headshots/gfw-leadership-shubber.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/podcasts-webinars-more-with-garden-for-wildlife) [Podcasts, Webinars & More with Garden for Wildlife](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/podcasts-webinars-more-with-garden-for-wildlife) Shubber's decades of gardening allow him to share first-hand experience of how to build habitat and boost your backyard biodiversity. [![Jacob's Ladder native plant](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/JACOBS%20LADDER%20Polemonium%20reptans.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/early-spring-native-plants-that-power-up-pollinators) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Early Spring Native Plants To Power Up Pollinators](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/early-spring-native-plants-that-power-up-pollinators) Planting native flowers is the single most impactful way to support these early pollinators. [![](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/IMG_1901.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/wild-visions-habitat-creation-challenge) [Plant Donations](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/plant-donations) [Wild Visions Habitat Creation Challenge](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/wild-visions-habitat-creation-challenge) Garden for Wildlife challenges students to plant native gardens in DC. Garden for Wildlife provides students with plants and project development support. [![adult and 3 children planting in garden with native plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Green%20Garden%20Child%20Centers/GG_GardeningwKids_Kelly%20Konieczki.jpeg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/nurturing-nature-cultivating-wildlife-habitats-with-green-garden-child-development-centers) [Plant Donations](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/plant-donations) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Michigan](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/michigan) [Nurturing Nature: Cultivating Wildlife Habitats with Green Garden Child Development Centers](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/nurturing-nature-cultivating-wildlife-habitats-with-green-garden-child-development-centers) Through our 1 for 1 plant donation program, we have planted over 700 native plants with Green Garden Child Development Centers at 7 campuses in Michigan. [![Bee resting on purple flower](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Blog/Bee%20resting%20on%20purple%20flower.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/garden-for-wildlife-unveils-line-of-native-plants-for-health-conscious-wildlife) [Garden for Wildlife Unveils Line of Native Plants for Health-Conscious Wildlife](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/garden-for-wildlife-unveils-line-of-native-plants-for-health-conscious-wildlife) Garden for Wildlife announces the launch of a new line of native plants specifically designed for health-conscious wildlife. [![rain gauge in garden](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/rain%20garden.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/gardening-with-native-plants-for-wet-areas-from-soggy-to-stunning) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Gardening with Native Plants for Wet Areas: From Soggy to Stunning](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/gardening-with-native-plants-for-wet-areas-from-soggy-to-stunning) Moisture-rich environments present a unique opportunity to cultivate an array of native plants that are specially adapted to thrive in wet conditions. [![hands with garden gloves holding dirt and mulch](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/mulching.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/breaking-the-barrier-a-suburbans-guide-to-native-gardening-under-hoa-rules) [How To](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/how-to) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Breaking The Barrier: A Suburban's Guide To Native Gardening Under HOA Rules](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/breaking-the-barrier-a-suburbans-guide-to-native-gardening-under-hoa-rules) Discover how to create a beautiful native garden while complying with HOA regulations in suburban areas. [![two plants being planted in containers graphic](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/how-to-plant-a-small-container-shrub.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/how-to-plant-your-native-plants) [How To](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/how-to) [Planting Tips](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/planting-tips) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [How to Plant Your Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/how-to-plant-your-native-plants) Whether you've got acres of land or containers on your balcony or patio, you can make a difference by planting with native plants. [![A seedling in various stages of growth](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/Blog%20-%20Fundraising%20Plan%20-%20Seedling.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/native-plant-fundraiser-8-week-plan-to-bloom) [Fundraising](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/fundraising) [Native Plant Fundraiser: 8-Week Plan to Bloom](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/native-plant-fundraiser-8-week-plan-to-bloom) Learn how to launch a successful native plant fundraiser in just eight weeks! This guide covers everything from planning and promotion to engaging supporters. [![A hummingbird feeds from a red flower](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Images/Featured%20Photos/gfw-featured-image-home-hummingbird.jpg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/the-ultimate-guide-to-wildlife-holidays-in-2024) [Wildlife](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/wildlife) [The Ultimate Guide to Wildlife Holidays in 2024](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/the-ultimate-guide-to-wildlife-holidays-in-2024) Explore the ultimate guide to wildlife holidays in 2024, featuring a curated list of celebrations honoring nature and wildlife throughout the year. [![National Wildlife Federation Certified Wildlife Habitat sign with plants and monarch butterflies](https://images.surferseo.art/1e9a4277-bbac-4d20-8a07-2140e6572619.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/essential-guide-to-cultivating-a-thriving-pollinators-garden) [How To](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/how-to) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Essential Guide to Cultivating a Thriving Pollinators Garden](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/essential-guide-to-cultivating-a-thriving-pollinators-garden) Our guide equips you with the essentials to establish a thriving pollinator garden, highlighting its critical role in safeguarding our ecosystem. [![blue sky with white clouds and sun streaming from behind](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/sun%20and%20clouds.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/native-plants-for-sunny-spots-low-maintenance-to-beat-the-heat) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Native Plants for Sunny Spots: Low Maintenance To Beat The Heat](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/native-plants-for-sunny-spots-low-maintenance-to-beat-the-heat) Generally, sunny areas are characterized by receiving at least 6 to 8 hours of sunlight daily. Find out which native plants are best suited for full sun. [![lobelia cardinalis native plant, cardinal flower](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/cardinal%20flower%20native%20plant.%20lobelia%20cardinalis.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/native-plants-for-shade-slopes-small-spaces) [Planting Tips](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/planting-tips) [Wildlife](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/wildlife) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Conquering Shade, Slopes, and Small Spaces with Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/native-plants-for-shade-slopes-small-spaces) If your challenge is space, sloping land, or a super shady spot, finding truly native plants is crucial to meet the demands of the environment. [![bumble bee on purple aster native plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/Canva%20Design%20DAF-MXYrV4E.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/keystone-native-plants-for-pollinator-paradise) [Planting Tips](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/planting-tips) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Keystone Native Plants for Pollinator Paradise](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/keystone-native-plants-for-pollinator-paradise) By incorporating powerhouse keystone plants, you're not just adding beauty, you're actively contributing to a thriving ecosystem in your own backyard. [![Tess Taylor in blue scarf on black background. Photo by Adrienne Mathiowetz](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Tess%202.jpeg)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/planting-and-sprouting-a-conversation-with-tess-taylor) [Staff Spotlight](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/staff-spotlight) [Video](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/video) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Planting and Sprouting: A Conversation with Tess Taylor](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/planting-and-sprouting-a-conversation-with-tess-taylor) An interview with poet Tess Taylor about Leaning Towards Light, an anthology of garden poetry. Gardens and poems help us imagine and create a better world. [![native plant garden with wildflowers compared to barren turf grass](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Turf%20grass%20vs%20wildflower%20garden.webp)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/native-plants-vs-lawns-a-greener-choice-for-your-yard) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Native Plants vs. Lawns: A Greener Choice for Your Yard](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/native-plants-vs-lawns-a-greener-choice-for-your-yard) Turf grass is so last year! Let's explore why native plants might be a better choice for YOU, your yard, wildlife, and our planet. [![Leah Penniman](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/WvGPikbvEpZg3izTMnAjiWcohV4D6ukzfU6spLrcMXzI9-xFkU87BPhjum5GU7YiXBIUGAdDUSbLIWtK_jQ1I9p_xURSHOhgRpDMYuY9QfkLDdZeT3k-T7-AnD4tJ4lj4f76W5wRr1UYlNXWn70rRPM)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/gardening-for-international-womens-day) [Staff Spotlight](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/staff-spotlight) [Mothers of Nature: Women in Gardening for International Women's Day](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/gardening-for-international-womens-day) From our dedicated team members to our loyal customers and community partners, women are actively involved in every aspect of our business. [![](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/bumble%20bee%20on%20purple%20coneflower%20native%20plant.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/the-science-of-our-native-plants-beyond-beauty) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [The Science of Our Native Plants: Beyond Beauty](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/the-science-of-our-native-plants-beyond-beauty) Native plants aren't just pretty additions to your garden; they're the backbone of a healthy ecosystem, support wildlife, and combat climate change.  [![garden for wildlife fundraising with native plants icon with flowers](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Campaigns/Fundraising/gfw-fundrasing-options_blossom.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/garden-for-wildlife-video-info-session) [Video](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/video) [Fundraising](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/fundraising) [Getting Started with Garden for Wildlife Fundraising](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/garden-for-wildlife-video-info-session) Watch our 13 minute video session on Garden for Wildlife fundraising with native plants hosted by Rebecca Ali. [![garden for wildlife team member group photo, 2023](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/hubfs/Canva%20images/garden%20for%20wildlife%20team%20photo.png)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/2023-garden-for-wildlife-video-recap) [Staff Spotlight](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/staff-spotlight) [Video](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/video) [Native Plants](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/tag/native-plants) [Garden for Wildlife Year in Review (2023)](https://content.gardenforwildlife.com/learn/2023-garden-for-wildlife-video-recap) We’re taking a moment to reflect on 2023 in this video: our third year of empowering our community with native plants from our independent, regional growers. 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