Our annual native plant sale co-sponsored by the Homewood Izaak Walton Preserve (HIWP) and Thorn Creek Audubon Society (TCAS) is coming up soon. Thirty-seven different plants will be offered, including trees, shrubs, flowers, and ornamental grasses. Plants are chosen to represent different colors, textures, sun exposures and bloom times. All are native to Illinois. Judy Johnson, a member of both organizations and plant sale organizer, stresses that native plants support the environment in several ways. Local wildlife, including pollinators, depend on native plants for food and shelter. Native plants thrive without pesticides or fertilizers and once established do not require watering. The very deep root systems help prevent erosion and flooding.

The deadline for pre-orders was long ago but plenty of plants will be available for sale on the days of sale (with expanded hours) indicated above. Arrive early for the best choices. Check our website for the plant list of what may be available.