Minnesota’s native plants make our surroundings more attractive and functional. You may want to beautify and enhance local parks, community entryways, roadsides, schools, backyards or farms by planting native grasses, trees, and wildflowers. These native plants help filter stormwater and are simple to care for. Once a native plant is established, it doesn't need water or fertilizers, which save both time, effort and money. If you want to attract birds, butterflies and other wildlife on your property, native plants are a great option because they’ve developed a resistance to the insects and diseases common to the area and can maintain health without our intervention.

Conservation of soil and water is the main goal of native plant landscaping. Properly grouping native plants in their natural associations can provide you with a pleasing look of subtle natural beauty. Native plants can be left untrimmed or manicured if you desire a more formal look. After the initial establishment, these natives will thrive with a minimum of care. As a bonus your naturalistic landscape will furnish food and shelter for birds, bees, butterflies and local wildlife.

Minnesota Native Plants

The following Minnesota Department of Natural Resources link is an excellent resource if you are interested in adding native plants to your landscape: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/gardens/nativeplants/index.html

Minnesota Native Grasses

The following Minnesota Department of Natural Resources link is an excellent resource if you would like to plant native grasses on your property: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/roadsidesforwildlife/growth.html

Minnesota Native Wildflowers

The following Minnesota Department of Natural Resources link is an excellent resource if you are interested in adding colorful wildflowers to your landscape: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/wildflowers/index.html

Other Helpful Links

     Native Grass Establishers List
     Scott County Landscape Contractors
     Wholesale Seed Suppliers
     Native Buffer Cost-Share Program
     Native Grass Program
     Rain Gardens
     2011-2012 Tree Program
     USDA Permanent Native Grasses
     Living Landscapes in Minnesota
  Gardening with Wildflowers and Other Native Plants

For more information on planting natives on your land or in your backyard, contact us.