Indiana Native Plant Society
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Acting as champions for biodiversity, we seek to nourish the web of life through native plants and to form bonds of stewardship for the future by bringing Indiana youth to nature. Learn more at indiananativeplants.org.
Leadplant is a small native shrub whose roots can reach up to 15 feet deep. Thriving in dry soils, this species is a host plant for the silver-spotted skipper and the eastern tailed-blue. #nativeplants #gardensky #plantconservation #bloomscrollings #gardensky #plantconservation #bloomscrolling
Mountain mint (Pycnanthemum) species are a wonderful sensory experience, with minty-scented leaves and blooms that attract an impressive array of insects, including the blue winged wasp. You can read about mountain mints on the INPS Native PlantFinder. #nativeplants #gardensky #bloomscrolling
Native milkweeds support more than just monarch butterflies. From bees to butterflies to beetles, the genus Asclepias provides pollen, nectar, and seeds to nourish a variety of native insects. #pollinatorgarden #milkweed #bloomscrolling #nativeplants #plantconservation
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Big, Beautiful Swallowtails
Swallowtails are the flamboyant rockstars of the butterfly world! They are large, colorful and frankly spectacular butterflies in the family Papilionidae which contains around 580 species. Some have b...
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No matter if you have 10 acres of undeveloped land, 1/10 acre urban yard, or 10 square feet of patio space that can house containers, you can help native wildlife by adding native plants. #nativeplants #plantconservation #gardening #gardensky #pollinators #pollinatorgarden
Native roses are keystones that support over 100 caterpillar species. The shown species, swamp rose (Rosa palustris), thrives in full sun to part shade in medium-wet soils, can be grown as a hedge, and attracts a variety of pollinators. #nativeplants #plantconservation #pollinators
Recognize this unusual species? This is the flower of wooly pipevine (Aristolochia tomentosa), a vining species looks great on a trellis and is the larval host plant for the beautiful pipevine swallowtail in the eastern US. #nativeplants #plantconservation #pollinators #plantnative #gardensky
Does today's downpour have you thinking about installing a rain garden? ☔ Made by creating a recessed area, diverting your downspouts, and planting deeply rooted, moisture-loving plants, rain gardens help collect rainwater from your roof and allow it to soak into the ground. (1/2)
Looking to add natives to your Indiana yard this year and don't know where to start? We have a directory of invasive-free sellers, seasonal sales, and designers across the state. 🔗 in comments. #nativeplants #pollinatorgarden #pollinators #plantnative #plantconservation #gardening #gardensky 🌎
Our Florathon is a fun annual event where teams go out to see how many flowering native plants they can ID in 24 hours. This year, the event supports the Sam Shine Matching Grant program for rare plant monitoring. Info and join 🔗 in comments. #nativeplantmonth #nativeplants #plantconservation
If you confuse false rue anemone (E. biternatum) with rue anemone (T. thalictroides), you wouldn't be alone. While often rue anemone has a 6+ "petals", both can have five. Our friends at the IL Native Plant Society have a guide to ID. Link in the comments below. 🌎 #nativeplants #conservation
If you've hiked in Indiana recently, you've likely seen these two and may have thought they were the same species. The first is squirrel corn (Dicentra canadensis), whose flowers form a heart. The second is Dutchman's breeches (D. cucullaria), whose flowers look like pantaloons. #nativeplants
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The Four Ecologically Crucial Things You Should Do in Your Garden (Gift Article)
The ecologist Douglas Tallamy says your landscape can help manage the watershed, support pollinators, bolster a viable food web, and sequester carbon.
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A moment of appreciation for the common blue violet (Viola sororia). Found across a range of habitats, this species provides early season nectar and is a larval host plant for 27 species of caterpillars, including the great spangled fritillary butterfly. 🌎 #nativeplants #conservation #pollinators
Can you guess the native plant? This keystone species hosts 90+ caterpillars, and its fruit is eaten by at least 40 birds and several mammals. Perhaps you've had the chance to enjoy it yourself in a jam or a pie! #nativeplantmonth #nativeplants #keystonespecies #plantconservation #conservation
Want an early spring bloomer? American plum (Prunus americana) is a native tree that brightens the landscape with its white blooms. Compared to its invasive lookalike, Callery pear, it has a sweet scent and is a keystone species--a host for over 300 caterpillar species. #conservation #nativeplants
Today for #nativeplantmonth, we're highlighting Bloodroot, a spring ephemeral named for the red juice found in its stems and roots. Our ephemerals provide critical early season food for pollinators, such as Mason and carpenter bees. #nativeplants #conservation #plantconservation #pollinators
From Indiana Native Plant Society, “How Native Plants Stabilize Ecosystems.” Prepare for spring with this helpful information about native gardening. 🌍🧪🌷 indiananativeplants.org/the-science-...
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April is Native Plant Month! 🌱 This month we'll highlight native plants and tell you about opportunities to support conservation efforts. Here's a quick guide to 4 ways (last one in comments) you can kickstart your support for native plants this month! #nativeplants #plantconservation
It may be warm this week in Indiana, but don't rush to clean up your yard, as insects are still overwintering. This photo may look like a leaf, but it's a cocoon on this spicebush--likely promethea silkmoth. Give yourself permission to wait, the insects will thank you. #nativeplants #conservation
It's March, which means spring ephemerals will soon be here! These plants provide pollinators with a critical food source when sustenance is scarce. Ephemerals complete their entire lifecycle early in the season, often dying back completely by midsummer. #nativeplants #conservation #pollinators
Did you know that just 14% of native plant genera support 90% of caterpillars? Known as keystone species, these plants have a larger impact on restoring biodiversity. What keystones will you add this year? Read more: indiananativeplants.org/the-science-... #nativeplants #biodiversity #plantnative
It's not too late to start native plants from seed! Many native plants require cold stratification--a period of cold, moist conditions--to germinate. Seed packets should give information about the length of time needed for each species. .. #nativeplants #wintersowing #pollinatorgardens
Choosing native plants for your garden can feel overwhelming. We made our Native Plant Finder tool to take the guesswork out. Filter by your light and moisture level and preferences to see the profiles of suitable native plants. finder.indiananativeplants.org #nativeplants #homegrownnationalpark
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All grass lawns and invasive landscaping plants are out for 2025. Creating habitat for wildlife using native plants is in! Even small yards can make a difference when it comes to supporting native insects and birds. ... #nativeplants #indiananativeplants #indiananature #gardening #pollinatorgarden
Protecting our wetlands has strong bipartisan support from Indiana residents. "Seventy-three percent [of Hoosiers] said they support restoring protections for wetlands that were repealed by the General Assembly in 2021, including 48% who strongly support it."
Hoosiers hope lawmakers will take time to enact water protection • Indiana Capital Chronicle
Lawmakers must spend the necessary time and resources to protect Indiana's water. Our future depends on it.
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