From Poppy’s Tomatoes to Native Blooms
In Cybill's garden, she does her part for the environment and for herself right here, in this little corner of Mechanicville. Continue reading "From Poppy’s Tomatoes to Native Blooms"
Cobleskill nurtures native plant enthusiasts
At the Thacher Park Native Plant Sale we source every plant from growers who are committed to helping native plants and natural landscapes thrive. But one growing partner takes that commitment a step further by nurturing a new generation of gardeners and landscape professionals who understand the value of native plants. Continue reading "Cobleskill nurtures native plant enthusiasts"
Girls get the job done!
THACHER NATIVE PLANT SALE: MAY 17, 2025Capital Region NY Wild Ones joins forces with Friends of Thacher State Park and the Emma Treadwell Nature Center to host a sale of native seedlings at the Pear Orchard Pavilion at the park. DETAILS American Heritage Girls Troop NY0518 helped Wild Ones get ready for the Thacher Native Plant Sale […] Continue reading "Girls get the job done!"
SUNY Growers Cultivate a Future (2025)
Every grower for our Thacher Native Plant Sale understands the crucial role of native plants and natural landscapes, but one grower combines that sensibility with a commitment to cultivating a new generation of gardeners. Timothy Marten, associate professor SUNY Cobleskill, wants the students in his Wildflower Production course to recognize all the ways that natives support […] Continue reading "SUNY Growers Cultivate a Future (2025)"
President’s Message: The Gift Economy
Dear Wild Ones members: I recently had the opportunity to hear Robin Wall Kimmerer read excerpts from her new book “The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World.” It helped me see how her vision of a gift economy reflects what we do at Wild Ones. Kimmerer is a Potawatomi botanist, author, and the […] Continue reading "President’s Message: The Gift Economy"
President’s Message: Wild Ones is All About Community
A Message from the Chapter President The Wild Ones Capital Region NY community shares a common thread of commitment to native plants and natural landscapes thriving in every community. We are making a difference. Native plants and natural landscapes are finding their way into our communities across the Capital Region, collaboration is on the rise, membership […] Continue reading "President’s Message: Wild Ones is All About Community"
Support Wild Ones on Social Media
Wild Ones Capital Region NY has been busy making things happen on social media. We’re using Facebook and Instagram to spread the word about all the ways native plants contribute to our ecosystem. Stay connected with us and help expand our reach by following our accounts. It’s the best way to keep current on all […] Continue reading "Support Wild Ones on Social Media"
Join us at the Garden Expo
Do you want to help Wild Ones spread the word about native plants? We would love your help for our chapter display table at the upcoming Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo. You can join us to volunteer for a two-hour or three-hour shift over the weekend. There’s no need to be a gardening expert, […] Continue reading "Join us at the Garden Expo"
Let’s kick off the Thacher plant sale
The annual Thacher Native Plant Sale is still five months away but, as gardeners know, it’s already time to start planning for a successful growing season. And we are looking for volunteers. Join Wild Ones on Saturday, Jan. 11, from 1-3 p.m. at the Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center (87 Nature Center Way, Voorheesville) as […] Continue reading "Let’s kick off the Thacher plant sale"
A Free For All
Join the Garden Tour We will be touring Crem’s Garden on Saturday, July 20th, 2024 from Noon to 2 pm. Members are encouraged to bring a friend and to carpool. See all of our upcoming events and register for the address on our Events Calendar. Crem Dias’ home is located on a lovely traditional residential street […] Continue reading "A Free For All"