Native Plant Habitats

Pink blooms of swamp milkweed supporting a monarch butterfly with its nectar and several monarch caterpillars with its leaves.

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Your Impact is Needed

The way you care for your own piece of earth has a profound impact on wildlife, people, and the climate. You can help by promoting biodiversity in your own outdoor space!

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Explore the wealth of information, resources, and sound scientific advice we offer to help you grow your habitat. Whether it’s a yard, community space, or container garden, you can make a difference for wildlife!

A monarch butterfly rests on blooming purple aster flowers.

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Get a list of highly impactful plants that are native to your area based on your zip code! Explore our .

Hummingbird in flight sipping water from a birdbath.

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Provide the Habitat Essentials

All wildlife need food, water, cover, and places to raise their young. Discover how you can provide these habitat essentials in your own garden, yard, or balcony!