Across North Carolina, wildflowers and other native plants grow beside highways, in fields and gardens, or wherever they can take root and astound us with their natural beauty. However, they also help conserve water, reduce mowing costs, provide habitat for birds, butterflies and other wildlife, protect the soil and save money on fertilizer and pesticides.
Unfortunately, many of our wildflowers are in danger from invasive plants taking over their growing spaces and from urban expansion taking its toll on how many wildflowers sprout and survive.
This week is all about highlighting the beauty of our wildflowers, and most importantly, encourage citizens to take steps to conserve and protect them.
6 Ways to Celebrate National Wildflower Week:
Visit a local wildflower preserve.
Be conservation-conscious. Look at what you can do to be more environmentally-friendly. Some examples include considering taking mass transit or a bike to school or work, reducing your energy bills at home or using organic products.
Join your Local Native Plant Society.
Start your own wildlife garden
Adopt a Wildflower to keep or give to a loved one (you'll receive a beautiful wildflower postcard with information about the plant and an inspiring message)
Start practicing the Five Pillars of Ecosystem Gardening. By gardening sustainably, conserving water, creating healthy soil, removing invasives, and adding more native plants
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