2026 Summer Edition: Vol. 24 Issue 2

This guest essay by Jean Woods shows us why she is again president of the NC Native Plant Society. She knows what’s important.

Whether you're a long-time member or new to the world of native plants, this anniversary celebration offers something for everyone—education, inspiration, and community.

Interaction at its best is exemplified by the amazing waltz of conflict and cooperation of native plants and native soils.

A vibrant and diverse botanical garden focuses on unique high-elevation native plants.

A species in all of North Carolina is the Shortleaf Pine (Pinus echinata), documented to grow in 83 of our 100 counties.

Kids will go wild about learning activities and coloring between the lines in this just-out native plants kids’ activity book.

How do you describe an Annual Meeting? Friends, food, plants, wise words, worthy awards, and of course, Fun!

Get ready to see more people with more native plants: We have added two new chapters to our community, Foothills and Sandhills. Welcome!

As we go to press, NCNPS is now TWELVE chapters full of kindred spirits – actively helping, doing, learning. Read more in the upcoming December...