Wild Ones Lexington Chapter

Lexington, Kentucky

Native Plant Society

About

Wild Ones Lexington Chapter is an environmental advocacy group dedicated to promoting the use of native plants in private gardens and public landscapes throughout central Kentucky. As a chapter of the national Wild Ones organization, the Lexington group works to advance native plant conservation and habitat restoration in the Lexington community. The chapter hosts monthly educational meetings featuring expert speakers on topics ranging from native plant cultivars and forest restoration to successful native garden projects. Through their Garden Grant program, community partnerships, and volunteer initiatives like the City Nature Challenge, Wild Ones Lexington empowers residents to transform their outdoor spaces into native plant havens that support pollinators and local ecosystems. Whether you're a seasoned native plant enthusiast or just beginning your native landscaping journey, the chapter offers free monthly meetings, educational resources, and community connections to help you get involved in native plant conservation.

Programs

Monthly educational meetings and speaker programs
Garden Grant program for native plant gardens
City Nature Challenge volunteer program
Community native plant resources and recommendations
Native plant classes
Native plant lists and guides

Focus Areas

Native PlantsNatural LandscapingPollinatorsEducation