Spring ephemerals are woodland wildflowers that bloom in the spring. As spring days lengthen and temperatures rise, the timing of these flowers’ emergence is key to survival on the forest floor. Before the leafing out of the canopy above and subsequent blocking of the sun’s rays from reaching the forest floor, these ephemerals have only […] Continue reading "Early Blooms in the Forest: Spring Ephemerals"
Ziigwan – it is spring! As the Northern Hemisphere officially welcomes the spring equinox today, March 20, 2026, the world outside our homes is beginning to wake up. We believe a healthy planet starts with healthy native plant populations. The first day of spring offers a time to sit, reflect, and celebrate our natural landscapes […] Continue reading "It’s the First Day of Spring!"
WOW! What an amazing kick off! Thank you to everyone who came out to one (or all) of our county kick-off events! We are beyond grateful to each and every one of you who has joined our seedling chapter and shown up ready to learn how, as a community, we can support and protect […] Continue reading "What a Turnout!"
Counting down to midnight – and the first bloom of spring! While Michigan is tucked under a blanket of snow, we’re dreaming of a vibrant, pollinator-friendly 2026. This year, focus on planting more Michigan natives like Wild Geranium (Geranium maculatum), Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa), and Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis). Why go native? What native beauty […] Continue reading "New Year & Wild Roots"
Gift your garden and local pollinators with something that lasts beyond the holiday season! While it may be chilly in Michigan, late December is the perfect time to plan for a native-forward spring. Native plants like Michigan Holly (Ilex verticillata), also known as Winterberry, are currently showing off their festive red berries, providing critical food for songbirds while the […] Continue reading "Happy Holidays!"
Our Journey Continues Every thriving chapter starts somewhere, and ours began with a simple idea: bring together people who care about native plants and the ecosystems they support. After launching with initial success in Newaygo County, we recognized an opportunity to expand our reach in West Michigan, so our seedling chapter was restructured to include […] Continue reading "Growing Our Wild Ones"