Welcome
What's New
NCNPS makes it to the world of BLOGS
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Check out a brand new website,
Going Native!
about NC native plants and wildlife.
(2008-04-23)
The gardens of Spirit Cove Conservation Areas in Murphy and Jack Spruill of Hampstead, NC have achieved NC Native Plant Habitat Certification. (2008-05-25)
The Society now sponsors two Shinn Grants. (2007-12-09)
New presentations listed in the Speakers Bureau. (2007-10-26)
Upcoming Events
(from the schedule)
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October 10 - 12, 2008
- Fall walk
- Botanize at Lake Waccamaw State Park on Saturday and at the Nature Conservancy's Myrtle Head Savannah Sunday morning.
Who We Are
Formed in 1951 as the NC Wild Flower Preservation Society, 2004 marked the change to our current name. As a result of this modification, our name now more closely reflects our purpose to promote enjoyment and conservation of North Carolina's native plants and their habitats through education, protection, propagation, and advocacy. We aim to fulfill our purpose through our various programs and activities.
What We Do
We rescue native plants from encroaching construction. We applaud people who create native plant habitats.
We provide a listing service to speakers, making native plant related presentations available to the public. We sponsor various programs for both the community and college students, supporting research and stewardship activities which promote native plants.
We write letters to key officials stating our position on certain important issues, making those drafts available for the start of your own correspondence.
We gather for field trips, plant & seed exchanges & auctions, picnics, and other events. Outings are also organized locally throughout the state by our chapters.
We promote responsible landscaping practices. We grow native plants. We buy nursery propagated plant material and leave the wild plants in the wild. We conserve and protect native plants and natural area habitats. We avoid invasive exotic plants.
Become a member.
