We Can Do This!*
Plant Native
Regenerate Biodiversity
*No experience necessary!
In the past, we have asked one thing of our gardens: that they be pretty. Now they have to support life, sequester carbon, feed pollinators and manage water.
Doug Tallamy
co-founder HNP
Dig In!
Inspiring Kids to Plant Native
Camilla and the Caterpillars by Frances Figart tells the story of Camilla, who turns her yard into a place for wildlife by planting native species. The book encourages readers to support biodiversity by making small changes in their own yards.
Unlawning America
Join HNP® and best-selling author Benjamin Vogt on October 10th at 12:30 PM CDT for a 90-minute virtual event on transforming your lawn into a resilient, native plant landscape. Learn plant selection, matrix design, and maintenance strategies. Tickets are $25.
New Video Series for K-2
Announcing a new video series by WonderGrove Kids and HNP for K-2 students! These fun and educational videos teach kids about creating bird habitats in their own yards. The first episodes are now available on the HNP Kids page.
What's the Rush?
What’s the rush to regenerate biodiversity and start your Homegrown National Park? Why should you care about planting native, removing invasives, and restoring habitat? Learn why joining the movement is so important.
Support More Life
No Yard? No Problem! These plants can thrive in the ground or in containers and will support the most species in your area. You can still be an important part of regenerating biodiversity on your balcony, terrace, patio, rooftop or deck!
Symbiotic Schoolyard
Meet the new science unit you'll want in your middle schoolers' classrooms. Janneke Petersen is looking to spark a nationwide movement of middle school teachers restoring biodiversity in their schoolyards. Learn how to get your school involved.
Join the Movement!
