HOW-TOs
Increase your skills and knowledge with these pro tips from our experts
How to Make Seed Balls
Bring wildflowers to your world with this easy and fun home activity
Caring for New Plants
Pro tips to help new plants survive and thrive
How to Germinate Milkweeds
Support monarchs, bumblebees and tons of other insects by planting milkweeds
Power the Migration
Help the monarch butterflies by planting the right host and nectar plants
Invasive Plant Disposal
How to dispose of invasive plant species
Recreate a Prairie
Tallgrass prairies, one of our most threatened types of natural areas, need your help
A Guide to Native Plant Gardening
Native plants use less resources and provide a unique sense of place
How to Collect and Store Seeds
Have fun identifying plants — and nab some seeds while you’re at it
Plant a Wildflower Meadow
Natural meadows are complex ecosystems, but we can help you replicate nature
Container Gardening With Native Plants
Dress up your balcony or existing garden with native plants in colorful containers
All About Mulch
The benefits of mulch extend way beyond creating neat garden beds
How to Grow Texas Bluebonnets
A step by step guide to getting these blue beauties established
Create a Native Habiturf Lawn
Beautiful, low maintenance and wildlife friendly — what’s not to love?
Make a Butterfly Garden
Bring flourishing butterflies (and bees and moths) to your garden
How to Prepare Seeds for Sowing
Mimic nature to get the best bang for your buck with seeds
How to Eradicate Bastard Cabbage
Increasingly common, this invasive species can be prevented