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The Maryland Native Plant Society

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2023 Year of the Asters

MNPS is celebrating the aster family (Asteraceae) during 2023. Over 300 species of this highly diverse and ecologically important family occur in Maryland.

For more information, see the Spring 2023 Marilandica and the Maryland Biodiversity Program website https://www.marylandbiodiversity.com/viewChecklist.php?category=Aster_Family

MNPS Monthly Programs

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Program Resources

Webinar Recordings page and on the MNPS YouTube channel 

Program Resources and Handouts

MNPS Field Trips

Calendar of Events

Full Calendar Includes programs sponsored by other organizations, native plant sales, as well as MNPS-sponsored events.

Marilandica

Spring 2023 is available to download

Marilandica is mailed twice a year to all members. This full-color publication, provides a snapshot of the activities of MNPS as well as information about Maryland's native plants and habitats.

To report a missing copy email info@mdflora.org -- Please allow 4 weeks for the post office to deliver your copy.

Back Issues are available on line.

Native Plant Sales

  • No upcoming events

New Clickable Map of Native Plant Nurseries

Check out the new clickable map of native plant nurseries in and around Maryland at mdflora.org/nurseries.html

We took the list of nurseries selling native plants from the MNPS website and created a google map. This new interactive map, with pins on native plant nurseries, allows you to click on a site to get more information including the nursery’s website, contact information, and a short description. We will endeavor to keep the map up to date. However, we advise users to call nurseries in advance when planning a visit.

Find Us of Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/MarylandNativePlantSociety/

Maryland Native Plant Discussion Group

This is a way to connect with other native plant enthusiasts to get help with plant identification, to share experiences in natural areas, and to discuss ecological issues. 

MNPS Discussion Group Facebook

Photo Albums

Check out the photos from our field trips, events, and other subjects

All Photo Albums

Patuxent Research Reserve Field Trip

Welcome to Patuxent Research Refuge. Field trip leaders: Robert Ferraro and Helen Lowe Metzman. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Tour intro to MNPS 2021 Fall Conference attendees. Patuxent Research Refuge. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Helen Lowe Metzman and Fall Conference attendees. Pityopsis graminifolia var. latifolia (Narrow-leaf Silkgrass). Patuxent Research Refuge. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Solidago odora (Anise-Scented Goldenrod). Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Polygala mariana (Maryland Milkwort). Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Liatris pilosa (Shaggy Blazingstar) and Bombus sp (Bumblebee). Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Epigaea repens (Trailing-Arbutus). Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Helen Lowe Metzman and field of Lobelia puberula (Downy Lobelia). Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Melissa McCormick and Raspberry Pi Camera set up. Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Spiranthes cernua (White Nodding Ladies' Tresses). Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Spiranthes cernua (White Nodding Ladies' Tresses) and Raspberry Pi Cameras. Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Chimaphila maculata (Spotted Wintergreen). Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Helen Lowe Metzman and Epifagus virginiana (Beechdrops). Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Onoclea sensibilis (Sensitive Fern). Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Monotropa hypopitys. Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
New Marsh Pond. Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Brasenia schreberi (Watershield). Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Drosera intermedia (Spatula-leaved Sundew). Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Fall Conference attendees. Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Fall Conference attendees. Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Fall Conference attendees. Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Hypericum sp. Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Persicaria hydropiperoides (Swamp Smartweed). Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Rhexia virginica (Virginia Meadowbeauty). Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Utricularia gibba (Shortspur Creeping Bladderwort). Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
New Marsh Pond. Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.
Patuxent Research Refuge. North Tract. Laurel, MD. Sept 26, 2021. Photo: Cristina Niciporciukas.

COronavirus (COVID-19) Response

The Maryland Native Plant Society is taking all necessary measures to minimize the risk of community exposure to the COVID-19 virus. We will continue to monitor the situation and to take the precautions deemed necessary by our public health officials. 

MNPS has resumed limited in-person meetings, organized programs, field trips and activities. You will always be able to cancel your registration without explanation by sending an email to fieldtrips@mdflora.org

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