Native Plant Information

Garden Friendly Native Plants
When planning your home gardens, we recommend using native plants whenever possible. Here we have gathered a list of native species that you might consider. This list is divided into four parts based on type and habitat, including: Prairie Plants; Wetland Plants; Woodland Plants; and Shrubs, Trees and Vines.  


Prairie Plants

Shrubs, Trees and Vines

Wetland Plants

Woodland Plants

 
Plant Like The District
Many people ask "what does the District plant?" Our Plant Ecologists have worked hard to design custom seed mixes for different habitats and restoration projects. 

Dry Prairie Mix
Fen Mix
Marsh Mix
Mesic Prairie Mix
Savanna Mix
Sedge Meadow Mix
Wet Prairie Mix
Woodland Mix

Native Plant Sources
The following are nearby providers of native plants. This is not a comprehensive list, and some species may also be available at your local garden center. Some species, however, will be harder to find. Note that it is important when planting native plants to consider where the plant is coming from.

We recommend purchasing plants as locally as possible in order to find plants with a local genotype. Over time, plants of the same species but located in different areas will adapt and develop different genetic markers (genotypes). Ensuring you plant plants grown locally and possessing local genotypes will increase your chances of success.

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