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.
WNPS Members - Election is now closed.
The WNPS State Board of Directors election has closed for 2023. Thank you to over 150 members for taking the time to vote.
Results will be presented after the Fall 2023 Board Meeting on October 21st.
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 WNPS Events
Upcoming Chapter Events
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.
The 2023 Summrt edition of Douglasia, Vol. 47 Issue 2, is now available online. The print copy will be in household mailboxes by July 31.
The Literure Cited Appendix - Summer Vol.47.2 , available with each issue, and archived with the past issue files.
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.
