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Wild Ones WNY Member-to-Member Tour: Urban Gardens Bursting with Life in North Buffalo

Posted on | Chapter Event, Member-to-Member Yard Tour

Our latest Member-to-Member yard tour took us right into the heart of North Buffalo, where two very different but equally inspiring urban gardens showed us what’s possible when you swap lawn for life. First stop: a small but mighty North Buffalo front yard that proves size is no limit to biodiversity. This mature garden is […] Continue reading "Wild Ones WNY Member-to-Member Tour: Urban Gardens Bursting with Life in North Buffalo"

Exploring The Riverline: A Private Tour of Buffalo’s Future Greenway

Posted on | Chapter Event

Wild Ones WNY members were treated to a special behind-the-scenes tour of The Riverline — a transformative urban nature trail taking shape along the Buffalo River. Hosted by Jeffrey Lebsack, Executive Director of The Riverline, our group explored The Basswoods section of the project, which will soon become a vibrant public green space filled with […] Continue reading "Exploring The Riverline: A Private Tour of Buffalo’s Future Greenway"

Sharing Gardens and Knowledge: Our M2M Yard Tour

Posted on | Chapter Event, Member-to-Member Yard Tour

On a sunny summer day, Wild Ones WNY gathered for our first Member-to-Member (M2M) Yard Tour in the Ken/Ton area, and what a great day it was! We had 15 participants join us to explore two gardens, with members sharing stories about how their native plant landscapes have evolved — from sourcing plants to trial-and-error […] Continue reading "Sharing Gardens and Knowledge: Our M2M Yard Tour"

Q&A with Amanda’s Native Garden: Bridging the Gap Between Nature and Home Landscapes

Posted on | Native Plant Day, Nursery Feature

As we near Wild Ones Western New York’s first-ever Native Plant Day on Saturday, June 14, we’re wrapping up our nursery spotlight series by featuring one more incredible business doing essential work to restore native habitat in our region. Each of these nurseries brings a unique perspective to the movement—and Amanda’s Native Garden is no […] Continue reading "Q&A with Amanda’s Native Garden: Bridging the Gap Between Nature and Home Landscapes"

Q&A with Swiftwater Organics: Ethical Seed, Local Roots, and a Passion for Rebuilding Wild Spaces

Posted on | Native Plant Day, Nursery Feature

As we gear up for Wild Ones Western New York’s inaugural Native Plant Day on Saturday, June 14, we’re continuing to spotlight the native plant nurseries that are making this event possible. Every few days, we’re featuring a different nursery to introduce you to the passionate people restoring biodiversity across our region. Today, we’re excited […] Continue reading "Q&A with Swiftwater Organics: Ethical Seed, Local Roots, and a Passion for Rebuilding Wild Spaces"

Q&A with Masterson’s Garden Center: A Supportive, All-in-One Stop for Native Gardeners

Posted on | Native Plant Day, Nursery Feature

As we continue our countdown to Wild Ones Western New York’s first-ever Native Plant Day on June 14, we’re shining a light on the amazing native plant nurseries participating in this region-wide event. Every few days, we’re featuring a new Q&A to help you connect with the nurseries supporting native gardening across Western New York. […] Continue reading "Q&A with Masterson’s Garden Center: A Supportive, All-in-One Stop for Native Gardeners"

Q&A with Urban Roots: A Community-Owned Garden Center Rooted in Native Plant Advocacy

Posted on | Native Plant Day, Nursery Feature

As we count down to Wild Ones Western New York’s inaugural Native Plant Day on June 14, we’re continuing to highlight the incredible native plant nurseries across the region. Every few days, we’re featuring a different nursery to showcase the people and places helping restore Western New York’s ecosystems—one native plant at a time. Today […] Continue reading "Q&A with Urban Roots: A Community-Owned Garden Center Rooted in Native Plant Advocacy"

Q&A with Joseph Han of The English Gardener: Cultivating Native Plant Passion in Western New York

Posted on | Chapter Event, Native Plant Day, Nursery Feature

As part of our lead‑up to Wild Ones Western New York’s inaugural Native Plant Day on June 14, we’re shining the spotlight on local native plant nurseries. Every few days, we are sharing a different feature to introduce you to the dedicated nurseries helping restore our regional ecosystems. Today, we’re thrilled to showcase The English […] Continue reading "Q&A with Joseph Han of The English Gardener: Cultivating Native Plant Passion in Western New York"

Q&A with Primeval Forest Nursery: A Rebellious Spirit Rooted in Native Plants

Posted on | Chapter Event, Native Plant Day, Nursery Feature

As we count down to Wild Ones Western New York’s first-ever Native Plant Day on June 14, we’re continuing to spotlight the amazing native plant nurseries participating in this regional celebration. Every few days, we’re sharing a new feature to help you connect with the nurseries working to restore habitat and bring native plants back […] Continue reading "Q&A with Primeval Forest Nursery: A Rebellious Spirit Rooted in Native Plants"

Q&A with CW Native Plant Farm: Personal Guidance and a Passion for Education

Posted on | Chapter Event, Native Plant Day, Nursery Feature

As we approach Wild Ones Western New York’s first-ever Native Plant Day on June 14, we’re highlighting the amazing local nurseries participating in this region-wide celebration. Every few days, we’re featuring a different participating nursery to help you get to know the passionate people behind the plants—and inspire your own native gardening journey. For a […] Continue reading "Q&A with CW Native Plant Farm: Personal Guidance and a Passion for Education"