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Identifications for Targeted Invasive Plants for Trade-in Program

West Cook Wild Ones Invasive Species Trade-In Program Identification Page This page will help you in identifying the invasive plants we are accepting for the trade-in.  These invasive species are of particular concern because they spread aggressively and degrade native habitats in various ways: they can crowd out native plants, inhibit understory growth, change soil chemistry, […] Continue reading "Identifications for Targeted Invasive Plants for Trade-in Program"

2022 Photo Contest Results

We love to celebrate the beauty of native plants even in winter when most of us keep them standing for biodiversity and beauty. We’re sharing the winners of the contest in this post. Members, be on the lookout for our holiday card that features the winning photo.  In the meantime, enjoy these beautiful snapshots. As […] Continue reading "2022 Photo Contest Results"

Join West Cook Wild Ones and Win

Joining Wild Ones West Cook chapter turns your concerns of biodiversity and sustainable environmentalism into local action. In 2020 alone, our plant sale brought native plants to 366 gardens, despite the pandemic. Our monthly programs and conferences spread awareness of native plants’ benefits and offer expert insights for experienced gardeners and nature-lovers. Through our grant […] Continue reading "Join West Cook Wild Ones and Win"

2019 Garden Tour

Birds, Bees, and Butterflies: A Native Garden Tour Saturday, August 10, 2019 1:00–4:00 PM Are you curious about native plant gardening? Join us on Saturday, August 10, to see gardens brimming with life and beauty and talk with the gardeners who created them. Birds, Bees and Butterflies: A Native Garden Tour, sponsored by West Cook […] Continue reading "2019 Garden Tour"