Sempervirens, the VNPS Quarterly for Fall/Winter 2018-2019 has just been published!
VNPS is now accepting Research Grant Proposals which address the VNPS mission and goals.
Applications for awards up to $15,000 will be accepted through March 15, 2019.
Butterfly-weed (Asclepias tuberosa) is a great garden choice for pollinators!
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VNPS is now accepting Research Grant Proposals which address the VNPS mission and goals. Applications for awards up to $15,000 will be accepted through March 15, 2019. More information and grant application. new
Learn more about Virginia’s Natural Area Preserves, designed to protect the best examples of Virginia’s natural communities and habitats for our rarest species of plants and animals. new
Purchase print versions of new Virginia Native Plant guides.
Review the latest 2018 Report for the VNPS Site Registry Program.
VNPS has become a landowner in the Shenandoah Valley!
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VNPS supports conservation of biologic “hot spots”, protects shrinking natural environments across the state and raises awareness and appreciation for our native plants.
This year our fundraiser supports updates to the Flora of Virginia, which will be available in the Flora App as soon as completed. You can be assured that your donations to VNPS go right to the heart of what we are about. Donate Now!
A tax tip for those who are over age 70 1/2 and have a traditional IRA. If you qualify, you may be able contribute to VNPS using a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your IRA, which could reduce your taxable income whether or not you itemize. Consult your tax adviser for details.
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If You Plant It, They Will Come
“If you plant it they will come,” to paraphrase a line from the iconic Kevin Costner film, “Field of Dreams.” That was the hope of John Magee, former Horticulture Chair of the Virginia Native Plant Society. John’s firm, Magee Design, partnered with Ashburn... read more
A Visit to The Cedars Natural Area Preserve Appreciation Days
I’m back from far southwest Virginia, and I have to share. The Virginia Native Plant Society contributed to purchasing land to join together some of the disparate tracts of The Cedars Natural Area. In appreciation, Rob Evans, Natural Areas Protection Manager,... read more
