Mission Statement: To promote the appreciation and conservation of Washington's native plants and their habitats through study, education, and advocacy.

 

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Join WNPS as a Member

Join the community of plant enthusiasts, whether you are a botanist, hobbyist, parent, or gardener.

Explore with Others!

Find something to do across the state with like-minded friends. We recommend a lecture, plant sale, or hike!

Donate for a Difference

WNPS is dedicated to the conservation of plants and their habitats, all possible because of our passionate members.

Chapter Pages

Discover the twelve chapters across the state with reources, projects, special programs, events and get involved in your neighborhood.

eNewsletter

WNPS keeps you connected with a monthly eNewsletter featuring blog articles, upcoming events, and important announcements.

Visit Blog

Botanical Rambles, is curated by Sarah Gage, a writer and editor. Read up on great articles covering native plants, gardening, and places to hike or visit.

Events

View at a glance all the WNPS events coming up across the state. There are several ways to view and stay connected.

Administrative

Quickly find directories, policies, forms, annual reports, and more all in one place so you have more time to get outside.

Contact Us

Call the office, email us, or find a board member to connect with. Let us help with your questions and concerns.

Conservation

WNPS advocates for ecological land management practices and policies that conserve or restore native plants and habitats on public and private lands in WA State.

Gardening

Find lots of information on the gardening pages including an updated Native Plant and Seed Source list, information about pollinators, and native garden ideas.

Kids Pages

A place for kids to learn more about Washington's Native Plants with interactive activities and downloadable resources for fun and education. 


Upcoming Chapter Events

21 Aug
Olympic Peninsula: Lower Lena Lake Trail
August, 21, 2026 9:00AM - 3:30PM
Lower Lena Lake. Photo: Dave Schuett-Hames
23 Aug
5 Sep
Central Puget Sound: Nursery Work Parties
September, 5, 2026 10:00AM
9 Sep
Central Washington: Plant Keying Workshop
September, 9, 2026 6:00PM - 7:30PM
mountain meadow
mountain meadow
19 Sep
Chickweed and Larkspur, Lyre River Conservation Area. Photo: North Olympic Land Trust.
7 Oct
Central Washington: Plant Keying Workshop
October, 7, 2026 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Asters with light pink flowers
Aster
11 Nov
Central Washington: Plant Keying Workshop
November, 11, 2026 6:00PM - 7:30PM
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fall foliage


Douglasia is the official journal of the Washington Native Plant Society published since 1976. It is filled with educational briefs about Washington plants and their communities, news of issues facing preservation of native plant species, book reviews, details of local and regional presentations, and major membership news.  Starting in 2020 Douglasia is now available electronically.  Find it three times a year in Botanical Rambles eNews, and on the Douglasia page. 

Douglasia Volume 50, No. 2 Summer  is online, delivering in print to members in late July.


Explore the Native Plant Directory

The WNPS Native Plant Directory strives to provide basic information on Washington State native plants including: identifying features, landscaping uses, ethnobotanical history, and the plant's impact in conservation and restoration applications.