Wild Ones Illinois Prairie Chapter

Bloomington, IL

Native Plant Society

About

Wild Ones Illinois Prairie Chapter is a dedicated native plant advocacy organization serving Central Illinois with a mission to promote the use of native plants in both urban and rural landscaping. As a chapter of the national Wild Ones organization, this Bloomington-based group educates the community about the multiple benefits of native plants while providing practical resources for identification, landscaping design, and plant selection. Through monthly programming, plant sales, and volunteer opportunities, the chapter empowers residents to transform their landscapes into thriving native plant ecosystems. The organization actively engages the community in habitat restoration efforts, including their innovative Pollinator Pathway program designed to support pollinators and create connected corridors of native vegetation throughout the region.

Programs

Monthly programming and educational events
Native plant sales
Pollinator Pathway program
Plant identification and education
Landscaping design guidance
Seed library
Native plant walks and tours
Volunteer activities

Focus Areas

Native PlantsHabitat GardeningEducation