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The Native Plant Society of Texas, Trinity Forks Chapter, is dedicated to the conservation, research, and utilization of native plants and their habitats in Texas. As we face the challenges of extreme climate conditions and water restrictions in North Texas, our mission becomes even more crucial. Native plants offer a sustainable solution to these challenges, providing landscapes that are resilient to both hot & cold extremes.
As temperatures soar, we're witnessing non-native vegetation wither away across our region. But there's hope. The Native Plant Society of Texas, Trinity Forks Chapter, champions native plants that thrive in our unique climate. While we're involved in various initiatives, this pressing issue resonates with all of us feeling the heat. Join us in promoting a sustainable, green future for North Texas.
| Community Impact 2023 |
| 125 | New Contacts gained this year, expanding our outreach and educating more people about the benefits of native plants. | ||
| 800 | 4th graders impacted through our "Texas Native Plant Art Exhibition," introducing them to the importance of native plants. | ||
| 2,000 | Plants of 188 species offered in our Spring Plant Sale 2023, enriching local gardens and landscapes. | ||
| 1,834 | Native plants sold & distributed in the community, enhancing local biodiversity. | ||
| 166 | Unsold plants donated to groups such as: Green Acres of Flower Mound & Christ the Servant Lutheran Church | ||
Our Programs
Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP)
We envision a future where all Texans value native plants, habitats, and healthy ecosystems as essential components of our quality of life. We aim for a future where native habitats are managed as invaluable natural assets and where developments prioritize sustainable designs that preserve and promote these habitats.
Spring Plant Sale
Our annual Spring Plant Sale offers a diverse range of Texas native plants that are perfect for your garden and beneficial for local ecosystems.
Grant Funded Projects
Our chapter aims to fund more community gardens like the "Bring Back the Monarchs to Texas" (BBMT) program.
NICE! Native Plant Partners
The NICE Native Plant Partner program is a collaboration between the Native Plant Society of Texas and local nurseries around the state to offer native plants that are right for the local environment. We highlight native plants in cooperation with participating local nurseries and wholesalers in order to assure availability.
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Become A Member
Membership has its privileges! We are a vibrant community of nature enthusiasts, conservationists, and educators. Join Us!
To promote the conservation, research and utilization of the native plants and plant habitats of North Central Texas, through education, outreach and example. To promote the installation and maintenance of pollinator gardens and monarch waystations across the area.
Our Vision
We envision a future where all Texans value native plants, habitats, and healthy ecosystems as essential components of our quality of life. We aim for a future where native habitats are managed as invaluable natural assets and where developments prioritize sustainable designs that preserve and promote these habitats.
A majority of the donations received during the North Texas Giving Day will go towards funding our chapter's grant program. Your generous contribution will help us spread the importance of native plants through community projects. The remaining donations will go to fund other activities listed below.
Funding for the North Central Texas Native Plant Art Exhibition. Art is made by over 1000 fourth grade students. The art exhibition offers students an opportunity to learn about their natural world through art. The artwork is judged, ribbons are awarded and then continuously displayed at public sites from November through April. Display locations include the Denton Senior Center, the Blagg-Huey Library at Texas Woman's University, the Elm Fork Education Center at the University of North Texas, Denton's three public libraries, and the Redbud Festival. An Appreciation Reception is held to recognize the students and their art teachers and to thank the display site hosts.
Funding to provide plants for pollinator gardens in public spaces, including schools and parks. Native pollinators-bees, butterflies, moths, bats and birds-play a critical role in sustaining ecosystems and provide essential services to American agriculture (estimated at as much as $9 billion annually). Yet pollinators are in trouble. More than 50 native bees are in documented decline, with 9 critically imperiled. Another iconic North American pollinator-the monarch butterfly-is in severe decline, down from a billion monarchs 20 years ago to 35 million today. Our work to install plants necessary for the various species in this area helps to combat this decline.
Funding to support the NICE! Nursery project. NICE! Stands for Natives Improve and Conserve the Environment! The purpose of NICE! is to promote the use of native plants by raising awareness and educating area nurseries and the public about the benefits of growing native plants in residential and commercial landscapes. Trinity Forks Chapter has chosen to feature a local plant each season . An information sheet on these plants is developed, printed and laminated for display with nursery stock. Nurseries also receive a metal sign showing their participation in the program and a binder with information on all previous NICE! Selections and take-home information to provide their customers.
The Native Plant Society of Texas, Trinity Forks Chapter, supports equity, diversity and inclusion and is committed to these ideals in all our programs and activities. Success in promoting the conservation, research and utilization of native plants and native plant habitats of Texas is enhanced when we are fully engaged with all people in Texas.
Organization name
Native Plant Society of Texas, Trinity Forks Chapter
Causes
Arts, Culture & Humanities, Environment & Conservation, Education - STEM
Operating Budget
Less than $100,000
Counties Served
Cooke, Denton, Montague, Wise
Equity Statement
Equity Statement
Address
Crestwood Place