Many of our members know the great benefits of gardening with plants that are native to our region:
Native Illinois prairie plants can help prevent flooding because they have deeper root systems than turf and most non-native annuals, meaning better absorption of rain into the ground.
Deeper roots also means healthier soil and better stabilization.
Native plants can require less long-term maintenance once established because they are more tolerant to Illinois conditions.
Native landscapes cost less money to maintain than turf.
Native landscapes have winter interest and are attractive all year long.
Native plants can be just as beautiful as the exotic plants more commonly found at big-box stores.
Native plants attract birds and butterflies that add interest to a garden.
Native landscapes contribute to a healthy natural ecosystem by offering critical benefits to endangered bees and butterflies that other non-native plants cannot.
For the fourth year in a row, we've compiled a list of where you can buy quality native plants and perennials in Chicagoland. But things are a little different this spring...
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing requirements, local native plant suppliers have adapted to offer delivery, contact-less curbside pick up, or strict safety procedures for customers in-store. We've provided those details in the list below.
For the curbside pick up options, check the map below to see which plant sales and nurseries are near your home. (If the map does not appear on your device, click here.)
2020 Chicagoland Plant Sales
Preorder and Pick Up
DuPage Forest Preserve District Native Plant Sale
- Curbside pick up
When: Preorder by May 17
Schedule for pickup either June 5 or 6
Where: Mayslake Peabody Estate
717 31st St
Oak Brook, IL 60523
More info: www.dupageforest.org
Irons Oaks Environmental Learning Center Native Plant Sale
- Contact-less pick up
When: Preorder by May 19
Pick up May 23 (your scheduled time will be emailed to you)
Where: Irons Oaks Environmental Learning Center
20000 Western Ave Olympia Fields, IL 60461
More info: www.ironsoaks.com
Go Green Wilmette Native Plant Sale
- Curbside pick up
When: Preorder starting May 1
Pickup May 30 between 9am-11am
Where: Wilmette Public Works Yard
711 Laramie Ave Wilmette, IL 60091
More info: www.gogreenwilmette.org
Garfield Park Conservatory Annual Seedling Sale
- Preorder and contact-less pick up
When: Order online starting May 5
Schedule pick up for May 21, 22 or 23
Where: Garfield Park Conservatory
300 N Central Ave
Chicago, IL 60624
More info: www.garfieldconservatory.org
West Cook Wild Ones Native Plant Sale
- Preorder and pick up
When: Preorder by May 13 Pick up June 6 (you will be contacted with your pick up time and location)
Where: Forest Preserves of Cook County Maintenance Facility at Miller Meadow
2199 S 1st Ave
Maywood, IL 60153
or
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center
12545 W 111th St
Lemont, IL 60439
More info: www.westcook.wildones.org
In-Store, Pick Up, and/or Delivery
South
Alsip Home & Nursery
- Online order and curbside pick up
Where: 20601 S LaGrange Rd
Frankfort, IL 60423
Website: www.alsipnursery.com
City Grange
- Natives available in-store beginning week of May 11, with safety precautions in place
Where: 1818 W 99th St
Chicago, IL 60643
Hours: Monday to Wednesday, Friday and Sunday: 10am-6pm
Thursday: 10am-8pm
Saturday: 9am-8pm
Website: www.citygrange.com
Melka Landscaping & Garden Center
- Online order and curbside pick up
Where: 11606 179th St Mokena, IL 60448
Website: www.jimmelkalandscaping.com
Ted's Greenhouse, Inc.
- Open to public with safety precautions in place
- Curbside pick up offered
- Call to inquire about delivery
Where: 16930 84th Ave
Tinley Park, IL 60487
Hours: Monday to Friday: 9am-5pm
Saturday: 9am-3pm
Sunday: 10am-3pm
Website: www.tedsgreenhouse.com
Woldhuis Farms Sunrise Greenhouse, Inc.
- Open to public with safety precautions in place, see website for details
- Call to inquire about delivery
Where: 10300 E 9000 N Rd
Grant Park, IL 60940
Hours: Monday to Saturday: 7am-6pm
Website: www.woldhuisfarms.com
West
Christy Webber Farm & Garden
- Contact-less pick up
- Call to inquire about delivery
Where: 2833 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60612
Website: www.cwfng.com
City Escape Garden Center & Design Studio
- Open to public with safety precautions in place
- Video chat virtual shopping experience offered, call to make arrangements
- Curbside pick up offered
- Call to inquire about delivery
Where: 3022 W Lake St
Chicago, IL 60612
Hours: Everyday: 10am-4pm
Website: www.cityescape.net
Good Earth Greenhouse
- Open to public with safety precautions in place
- Contact to inquire about curbside pick up or delivery
Where: 7900 W Madison
River Forest, IL 60305
Hours: Monday to Saturday: 9am-5pm
Sunday: 10am-5pm
Website: www.goodearthgreenhouse.com
McAdam Nursery & Garden Center
- Open to public with safety precautions in place, see website for details
- Contact to inquire about curbside pick up or delivery
Where: 2001 Des Plaines Ave
Forest Park, IL 60130
Website: www.mcadamlandscape.com
Pioneer Garden & Feed
- Open to public with safety precautions in place, see website for details
- Contact to inquire about curbside pick up
Where: 118 S Villa Ave
Villa Park, IL 60181
Website: www.pioneergardenandfeed.com
North
Chalet Landscaping & Garden
- Phone, video chat, or email shopping experience offered
Where: 3132 Lake Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
Website: www.chaletnursery.com
City Grange
- Natives available for online ordering and curbside pickup beginning week of May 11
Where: 5500 N Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
Website: www.citygrange.com
Farmer’s Market Garden Center
- Online ordering
- Curbside pick up
- Contact to inquire about delivery
Where: 4110 N Elston Ave Chicago, IL 60618
Website: www.gardenchicago.com
Ferraro Garden Spot
- Online, phone, or email ordering
- Contact to inquire about curbside pick up or delivery
Where: 826 Skokie Blvd
Northbrook, IL 60062
Website: www.ferrarogardenspot.com
Gethsamane Garden Center
- Phone orders
- Curbside pick up
- See website for delivery details
Where: 5739 N Clark St Chicago, IL 60660
Website: www.gethsemanegardens.com
Delivery Only
Agrecol LLC
- Online order and delivery Based in Evansville, WI
Website: www.Agrecol.com
Craeft Urban Gardens
- Contact to order and inquire about delivery and installation
Based in Lake Zurich, IL
Website: www.craeft.net
Heritage Flower Farm
- Online order and delivery
Based in Mukwonago WI
Website: www.heritageflowerfarm.com
Homan Grown Nursery
- Online order and delivery
Based in Chicago, IL
Website: www.homangrown.org
Native Wildflowers & Seeds from Ion Exchange, Inc.
- Online order and delivery
Based in Harper’s Ferry, IA
Website: www.ionxchange.com
Natural Communities Native Plants
- Online order and delivery
Based in Batavia, IL
Website: www.naturalcommunities.net
Possibility Place Nursery
- Online order and delivery
Based in Monee, IL
Website: www.possibilityplace.com
Prairie Moon Nursery
- Online order and delivery
Based in Winona, MN
Website: www.prairiemoon.com
Prairie Nursery
- Online order and delivery
Based in Westfield, WI
Website: www.prairienursery.com
Let us know of any plant sales or nurseries that we missed.
Share this list with your neighbors and friends to help support local businesses and spread the word about native plants. Happy gardening!
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