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Native Plants of Delaware

2,115 native plants and wildflowers grow naturally in Delaware. Filter for the bees, or for plants the deer and rabbits tend to leave alone.

Welcome! If you love gardens and want to help our local wildlife, you've come to the right place. Delaware is home to more than 2,100 native plants. These are the flowers, shrubs, and trees that have grown here for thousands of years. Many of them are beautiful and easy to grow right in your own yard.

When you plant natives like sassafras, tuliptrees, or Virginia springbeauty, you're giving bees, birds, and butterflies exactly what they need to thrive. These plants know our soil, our weather, and our seasons. They'll reward you with color and life while helping nature all around you. Let's explore what grows best here in Delaware.