Welcome to The Plant Native

Native gardens made easy for busy people.

Why native plants?

Native plants evolved over thousands of years in your region. They know your soil, your weather, your wildlife.

They thrive with less fuss, support butterflies and birds, and give you a yard that feels alive, not overworked.

Find Native Plants by Region

From the Northeast to the South, explore plants that are naturally at home where you live.

Start with a Yard Problem

Plants are easier to pick when they have a job.

Fast-Growing Native Plants for Privacy

How to grow a verdant wall.
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Edible Native Plants

Beauty you can snack on.
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Fast-Growing Native Trees

15 trees that grow 2+ feet per year.
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Best Native Plants for Rain Gardens

Plants that love a good soak.
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Plant for Wildlife

Start with who you’re planting for: butterflies, hummingbirds, birds, or who you’re not planting for (looking at you, deer!)

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Native Plant Profiles

145+ native plants and counting! Filter by type, region, color, or view all.

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Tips from Growers + Garden Pros

Even the most talented gardeners out there still kill plants. It is going to happen. Try to learn from it rather than let it discourage you. However, you can certainly minimize your chances of killing plants by working with species that are adapted to the light, water, and soil conditions of wherever you are gardening.

Find Native Plants Near You

Local nurseries, online sources, books, and plant societies to help you get started, and keep going.
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Native Plant Nurseries
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Why does seed or plant provenance matter?
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Order Native Plants Online
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Why are native plants hard to find?
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Native Plant Books
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Native Plant Societies