Grow with purpose: native plants for resilient, sustainable gardens

XOXO GG brings expert-level guidance on designing, planting, and maintaining native flora. Elevate biodiversity, reduce water use, and create landscapes that thrive in local climates.

Why Native?

Native plants support local pollinators, require less maintenance, and adapt to regional conditions for long-term garden health.

Expert insights crafted for experienced gardeners seeking depth and practical strategies.

Tips & Guides

Targeted advice for seasoned gardeners

Design with a Native Palette

Curate plant communities around bloom times, soil type, and microclimates. Prioritize succession planting to maintain year-round interest.

Soil Health for Natives

Minimize disruption; mulch with native materials. Build soil structure through organic amendments and mindful compost use.

Water-wise Techniques

Embrace drip irrigation, strategic mulching, and drought-tolerant species to reduce irrigation demands while preserving habitat.

Pollinator Planning

Stagger bloom windows across habitats to support bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects throughout the seasons.

Native Plant Spotlight

Curated selections for regional gardens

Purple Prairie Clover

Low maintenance, drought-tolerant legume attracting pollinators and stabilizing soils in prairies and margins.

Eastern Redbud

Graceful understory tree with early spring blossoms, providing habitat and seasonal structure.

Blanketflower

Mid-season bloom, heat tolerance, attracts butterflies; ideal for sunny borders and meadows.

Switchgrass

Grass defining vertical texture; supports wildlife while improving soil organic matter.

Resources & Guides

Curated reading for experienced gardeners