Growing from Seed
Seed collection, dormancy, stratification, outdoor sowing, and caring for seedlings. Practical information for getting native plants started.
THE REFERENCE SHELF
Resources for growing native plants.
There's a lot to learn when it comes to growing native plants, and plenty of it comes through trial and error.
We're putting together growing guides, propagation notes, botanical references, and other useful information for gardeners, community projects, and small nurseries.
Whether you're starting a few seeds in your backyard or growing plants to sell, this space is for you.
Browse the resources
Plants & Habitats
Learn about native species of the Ridge and Valley, where they grow naturally, and how to choose plants for different sites.
For Small Growers
Propagation trays, outdoor growing beds, limited-space production, affordable materials, and other approaches for growing on a smaller scale.
Plant Identification & Field References
Field guides, botanical keys, distribution maps, and resources for learning more about the plants around us.
Seed Sources & Provenance
Finding native seed, understanding its origins, keeping collection records, and knowing what you're actually growing.
Starting a Small Nursery
The practical side of growing plants for sale, from planning production and tracking inventory to labeling, regulations, and nursery operations.
For growers working with what they've got.
You don't need acres of land or a commercial greenhouse to start growing native plants.
We're interested in methods that work in backyards, small greenhouses, community gardens, and other limited spaces. From inexpensive propagation setups to keeping track of seedlings and seed lots, we'll share what we've learned and the resources we've found useful along the way.
Out in the field.
Not everything we learn ends up in a growing guide. Our Field Journal is where we share plant observations, seasonal discoveries, nursery experiments, and some of the things that catch our attention around the Ridge and Valley.