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For the 3rd part of our four-part series following a native plant’s journey, we’re taking a look at how we ensure those seeds become strong, healthy native plants. 

For over 50 years, the National Wildlife Federation’s Garden for Wildlife™ program has educated and empowered people to plant with the purpose of saving wildlife. In 2023, we continue that mission by working to connect people with the native plants they can plant at home to make an impact. 

Tips for Kids Garden Month - Gardening with kids is fun and comes with many benefits. Kids Garden Month is a great excuse to get kids in the garden!

Preparing the perfect seed can take years, with many steps in the process, whether in the field, or in the greenhouse. Our regional growers are committed to transforming high quality seed into the beautiful blooming native pl

From preparing the perfect seed, growing healthy plants without chemicals, to picking and carefully packing each plant especially for the Garden for Wildlife™ customer, a lot of time, effort, and care goes into growing high-quality, truly native plants and getting them into the hands of more people. We work with the best growers around the country who put in this work...

As gardening continues to evolve, it will be exciting to see how these trends will shape the future of gardening. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting, there is something for everyone to enjoy in the world of gardening.

Golden Alexander is a mainstay in our Spring Bee Buffet native plant collection, which also includes blue wood aster and Jacob’s ladder. 

More than 800 bird species live in the United States. Some are here all year, and some stop through on their migratory routes. Dozens are listed on the U.S. list, facing threats such as habitat loss, pollution, and invasive species. What can birds tell us? Aside from their eminent beauty, birds are integral to the very survival of ecosystems across...

The “top” native plant to plant for any state are the plants that are native to that area. Native plants have formed symbiotic relationships with native wildlife over thousands of years, and therefore offer the most sustainable habitat.

Millennials might have a reputation for spending more time on digital devices than in their gardens, but millennials are gardening more than ever.

Guerilla gardening is more popular than ever. It's easy to see why! Let's take a look at what it is and explore those benefits. 

If you’re looking to spoil the nature lover or wildlife fan in your life, we’ve got you covered with picks that are sure to make winter more bearable until we can begin planting again. 

Though it may seem everything is frozen in time, there’s a few things you can do to help your plants not survive winter, but be ready to thrive in spring. 

American lawn culture is destructive. The anti-lawn movement is growing as Americans choose wild gardens over lawns.

Native shrubs support wildlife throughout the year by providing food and cover. Attract local wildlife with the right native shrubs for you.

Why spend money on mulch and fertilizer when you can make your own? Turning leaves into solid waste is, well, wasteful!

The weather may be cooler, but fall is a great time to plant! Warm soil and reliable autumn rainfall make for ideal planting conditions for perennial native plants. Since native plants are well suited to your area’s soil and weather, there’s only a few tasks to tackle in the fall.

As summer wanes and blooms abound, you might be wondering if it’s a good time to add to (or start!) your garden. Simply put, yes, fall is a great time to plant native plants, like flowers and trees and shrubs.