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Native Plants of Ohio

2,491 native plants and wildflowers grow naturally in Ohio. Filter for the bees, or for plants the deer and rabbits tend to leave alone.

Welcome! If you love gardening and want to help nature thrive, you've come to the right place. Ohio is home to nearly 2,500 native plants, each one perfectly suited to our climate and soil. These plants have grown here for thousands of years, and they're wonderful additions to any yard.

Planting natives is one of the best things you can do for your garden and your community. Bees, butterflies, and birds depend on these plants for food and shelter. You probably already know some of them, like milkweed, trilliums, and bloodroot. Come explore what grows naturally here and discover how rewarding native gardening can be.