Business Directory
Our business sponsors help support our mission to encouraging the preservation and restoration of Michgian’s native plants and native plant communities.
WAM is happy to supply a list of native plant retail locations throughout Michigan.
Please click this link for a list of native plant retail nurseries. We want to keep this list current, so if any readers know of nurseries not mentioned on this list, please submit information to the “Contact Us” line so it can be updated.
WAM is grateful to all these businesses for their continued support of WAM and its mission.
This helps us provide WAM Grants to non-profits across the state of Michigan and supports our efforts to reach out to the general public to encourage the preservation of native plants and their habitats. This is a list of WAM Business Members. We urge our readers to support these businesses when possible.
Bees in the D
Bees in the D is a non-profit organization whose mission is to create a cooperative effort between residents schools, organizations and businesses in the city of Detroit and Southeast Michigan to contribute to both the health of honey bee colonies and native pollinators, and the education of their importance to our environment.
Contact: Brian Peterson-Roest
200 Riverplace Drive, Suite 35
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 462-9624
bees@beesinthed.com
https://beesinthed.com
Facebook: BeesintheD
Bendy Stem Farm
Bendy Stem Farm is a small native plant nursery located in Dimondale Michigan. Our focus is on growing wild genotype perennial plants of the Great Lakes region for home gardening, landscaping, and restoration projects. We believe that incorporating native plants into our landscapes is a necessary step towards a more sustainable future, and aim to make it as easy as possible for residents of the greater Lansing area to do just that. Our plants are grown from seed and are available in two and three-inch pots, and 38-cell landscape trays. We are open by appointment Monday through Saturday, May through October, and are available for site visits and consults to help get your project started. If you have any questions please feel free to call, text, email, or reach out through social media.
Contact: Ben Crocker
10715 Bishop Hwy
Dimondale, MI 48821
(443) 987-1878
bendystemfarm@gmail.com
www.bendystemfarm.com
facebook.com/BendyStemFarm
Better Finds, LLC
Better Finds is a licensed grower of specimen & architectural grade native Michigan perennials & ferns. We specialize in specimen grade woodland wildflowers, fully developed in large containers. Most stock is open propagated onsite from native Michigan plants, and some are out-state trillium species. A short 6-8 week outside sales season commences in early May at early opening Farmers’ Markets throughout southeast Michigan. At present the Nursery remains COVID-closed to visitors, delivery available May through October.
Contact: Tim Bugenske
2749 Schemm Street
Saginaw, MI 48602-3727
(989) 980-6228
miwildflowers@charter.net
www.localharvest.org/betterfinds-llc-M28286
Birdsfoot Native Nursery
Established in 2018, Birsdfoot Native Nursery produces Michigan native wildflowers, grasses, sedges and shrubs for landscape professionals, retail nurseries and habitat restoration efforts in Northern Michigan. Our plants are propagated from seed collected from our production beds or sourced through other growers and reputable seed suppliers, with a focus on Michigan genotype whenever possible. Birdsfoot Native Nursery is committed to applying organic practices to our operation and are strongly opposed to the use of harmful pesticides and neonicotinoids in the nursery trade.
Contact: Garrett Noyes
4276 Woodman Road
South Boardman, MI 49680
(231) 313-6749
birdsfootnursery@gmail.com
www.birdsfootnativenursery.com
facebook.com/Birdsfoot-Native-Nursery
Black Cat Pottery
Based in southeast Michigan, we create unique accents for your garden, provide landscape services and presentations on various topics.
Contact: Cheryl M. English
3903 Grayton St
Detroit MI 48224
(313) 690-3385
cenglish@blackcatpottery.com
www.blackcatpottery.com
Calvin Ecosystem Preserve & Native Gardens
The Calvin Ecosystem Preserve & Native Gardens encompasses 104 acres on Calvin University’s campus. Twenty-three native garden beds including over 40,000 native plants representing more than 200 native species were constructed in 2018. Each year, staff and student interns collect West Michigan native genotype seed and propagate them in our on-campus greenhouses. The proceeds of these native plant sales benefit educational and stewardship programs at the Ecosystem Preserve. In addition to our two in-person sales, online orders are accepted in May through September. Be sure to view our Native Plant List & Cultural Guide for an idea of what products are available throughout the year. Specific questions may be directed to preserve@calvin.edu.
Contact: Benji Steenwyk, Greenhouse Manager
1750 East Beltline Ave. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
preserve@calvin.edu
https://calvin.edu/ecosystem-preserve/
Cass County Conservation District
The mission of the Cass County Conservation District is to enhance the natural resources of Cass County by providing educational and technical services to all landowners. The district provides educational events and programs designed to teach residents about conservation, soil management, invasive species, pollinator habitats, reforestation efforts, water quality and much more. Their staff are available to answer questions about conservation issues.
Contact: Jake Young
1127 East State Street
Cassopolis, MI 49031
(269) 445-8641 ext. 5
(269) 259-1988 (cell)
casscocd@gmail.com
www.cassccdistrict.org
CDENature
Provides interpretive nature walks and talks, as well as gardening and nature lectures using PowerPoint with photos. Printed (12×18 inch) educational posters of native Michigan plants, photo notecards and photos of Michigan nature.
Contact: Craig Elston
3436 Port Sheldon St.
Hudsonville, MI 49423
(616) 822-4303
cdenature@gmail.com
www.cdenature.com
Designs by Nature UP
Designs By Nature – Upper Peninsula Native Plants, LLC, produces native Michigan wildflowers, woodland plants, shrubs, grasses, and sedges. Plants are containerized in roomy quart pots, economical plug flats, or dramatic gallon pots. We also offer beautiful garden kits tailored to specific needs to make naturalizing your space easy and cost-effective. Our plants are sourced from the UP whenever possible, started in the greenhouse, and then hardened off. We believe the plants we sell should be every bit as tough and unique as the Yoopers who garden here.
Contact: Michelle Wietek Stephens
550 Little Lake Rd., Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 250-9157
designsbynatureup@up.net
www.upnativeplants.com
Detroit Hives
Detroit Hives is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization working to improve underserved communities for people and pollinators by transforming vacant lots into educational apiaries/botanical gardens. Founded in 2016, we exist in over 25+ locations managing 4.5 million honeybees in Detroit. Through our Bee The Change Program we educate and expose inner city youth on bee conservation and the ethical treatment of pollinators.
Contact: Nicole Lindsey
9336 E. Warren Ave. Detroit, MI 48214
(248) 808-8467 or (313) 377-4123
info@detroithives.org
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Detroit Wildflower Nursery
Create a habitat for pollinators and other wildlife with Michigan native perennials. Shop online or in person by appointment only. Our plants are organic, wild, grown from seed and Michigan and Great Lakes genotype. Edible, deer-resistant and bird feeder plants available.
Contact: Mitchell Swindell
27220 Bramwell Street
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
(567) 393-1902
detroitwildflowernursery@gmail.com
www.detroitwildflowers.com
East Michigan Native Plants, LLC
East Michigan Native Plant, LLC, is an independently owned, state-licensed and inspected nursery supplying Michigan genotype native wildflowers and grasses to parks, nature preserves, schools and homeowners, as well as providing plants for local area native plant fundraisers. East Michigan Native Plant, LLC focuses on growing native plants that are important to pollinators, therefore all plants are grown without the use of pesticides.
East Michigan Native Plant sells native plants from their website and has a “Mobile Native Plant Nursery” for weekend native plant fundraisers.
Contact: Angela Nelson
Durand, MI
(810) 333-7501
info@eastmichnatives.com
https://eastmichnatives.com
http://facebook.com/eastmichnatives
Feral Flora
Feral Flora creates living landscapes with a sense of place using native and nearly native plants in a naturalistic style. From a small urban garden to installing 25 acres of native seed, we can help you select the right plants for long-lived, low maintenance, low input garden that is beautiful and alive with life. As of 2019, we are also propagating Michigan genotype native plants. Please contact us for details!
Contact: Matt Demmon
3825 Nixon Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: (734) 224-2080
info@Feral-Flora.com
www.feral-flora.com
Fine Art for Small Spaces
Create an oasis in your world with nature paintings that can put the finishing touch to your most cherished spaces. Fine Art for Small Spaces offers beautiful original art influenced by the natural world at affordable prices.
Contact: Helena Kutter-Giasson
(586) 209-1989
helena@fineartforsmallspaces.com
www.fineartforsmallspaces.com
Friends of the St. Clair River
Friends of the St. Clair River is the Michigan Thumb Coast’s largest environmental organization showing 40 miles of love to the St. Clair River and its watersheds since 2007. The St. Clair River watershed contains some of the most limited, valuable fresh water on earth. Our mission is to restore, protect and enhance the future of our waterways and surrounding land through community education, environmental monitoring, hands-on stewardship and advocacy. Introducing families to our natural resources is our business, and we hope this creates a lifetime of stewards that will one day advocate for blue water, green spaces, and clean air, for all, forever.
Contact: Brooke Hiller
301 N. Ninth Street, Ste. #15
St. Clair, MI 48079
(810) 689-4458
brooke@scriver.org
www.scriver.org
Giblin & Company Landscaping
Contact: Frank Giblin
4482 Eleanor
Fenton, MI 48430
(248) 877-2477
fjosgib@gmail.com
Gogebic Conservation District
The Gogebic Conservation District is one of Michigan’s 78 Conservation Districts. We are providers of natural resource management services and information. Our goal is simple: To help local citizens manage their lands and preserve our environment for a clean, healthier, economically stronger Michigan. Conservation Districts were formed during the dust bowl years. At one time we were referred to as The Soil Conservation District. That has since changed to reflect our total environmental conservation goals. We work towards bringing communities together to enjoy, appreciate, value, and sustainably care for all of our natural resources to ensure the health of the land and all people for present and future generations.
Hidden Savanna Nursery
Nearly all of the plants we propagate are Michigan genotypes with most of our seed sources being located in southwestern Michigan. From sand dunes to wetlands, and from forests to prairies, we have the wildflowers, grasses, shrubs and trees to fulfill your native landscaping needs. Our nursery is located on an actively managed 33-acre oak savanna/dry prairie restoration.
Contact: Chad Hughson
18 N Van Kal St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 352-3876
info@hiddensavanna.com
www.hiddensavanna.com
Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens
The Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens is located in the birthplace and childhood home of Liberty Hyde Bailey, Jr., America’s father of modern horticulture, and founder of the new agrarian philosophy. Located in South Haven, MI, it is a National Historic Site and a garden, park museum and educational outreach center.
Contact: Joan Hiddema
903 Bailey Ave.
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-3251
info@libertyhydebailey.org
www.libertyhydebailey.org
facebook.com/libertyhydebailey
Lake Effect Garden and Design
Lake Effect Garden and Design is a full-service landscape and garden design company. Our focus is on incorporating native plants, meadow plantings, ornamental screens, and hardscapes to create a seamless, beautiful, and sustainable environment. While our focus is on native plants, we understand there can be a need to incorporate other non-native, non-invasive plants in the landscape. Our plans always include low-maintenance and drought-tolerant plants.
Contact: John Clese
P. O. Box 275
Saugatuck, MI 49453
(312) 420-4516
john@lakeeffectgardenanddesign.com
www.lakeeffectgardenanddesign.com
Liv’s Native Nursery, LLC
The mission of Liv’s Native Nursery, LLC is to promote and support the implementation of native plants in the community, while engaging and educating people interested in protecting the Earth and leaving the world in a better state than which it was found. In addition to providing native plants grown from locally collected, native genotypic seed, we also offer consultation and planning services.
All consultation, planning, and plant purchases are done by appointment only.
Contact: Olivia Onago
19835 Welch Road
Milan, MI 48160
(734) 244-3012
livsnativenursery@gmail.com
https://livsnativenursery.com/
Michigan Wildflower Farm
Since 1988 MWF has been a producer of native Michigan genotype seed, a supplier of Great Lakes Region native seed and provider of native planting services including consulting, site preparation, installation and management for commercial, public and private citizens throughout Michigan. MWF also offers farm tours and workshop opportunities. We are a working farm open for visitation and order pick up by appointment only. Our seeds may be purchased via website, telephone or email.
Contact: Esther Durnwald
11770 Cutler road
Portland, MI 48875-9452
(517) 647-6010
michiganwildflowerfarm@gmail.com
www.michiganwildflowerfarm.com
facebook.com/michiganwildflowerfarm
Michiganense Natives
Michiganense Natives is a full-scale retail native plant nursery serving metro Detroit and SE Michigan. We propagate over 130 species of wildflowers, grasses, shrubs, and aquatic plants, from primarily Michigan genotype seed. Seeds can be purchased on our website for shipment as well. Other services include; small-scale garden installation ranging from rain gardens to pollinator patches, invasive species control, and maintenance & upkeep of native gardens. Michigan is more than home to our business, it’s home to our hearts and souls. From freshwater dunes to prairie fens, rocky bluffs to cedar swamps, we love our state’s wild places and are proud to support local environmental organizations that help protect them through profit sharing, plant donations, and volunteer labor!
Contact: Adam Huttenstine
michnatives@yahoo.com
8820 N. Lilley Rd.
Plymouth, MI 48170
http://www.
Midwest Green Services LLC
Midwest Green Services is a native plant supplier whose mission is to promote native wildlife through the conversion of grass deserts to native platescapes. They grow and sell hardy, native Michigan perennials using an eco-friendly approach. They practice natural germination and use only organic growing methods. Their pots are made from post-consumer reused materials. Go to their website for plant lists and appointments.
Contact: James Stoddard
Laingsburg, MI 48848
midwestgreenservices@gmail.com
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Native Connections
Native Connections is an ecological restoration and native landscaping firm in Michigan committed to improving our environment by creating and restoring natural landscapes, providing native wildflower and grass seed, and managing land for biodiversity. We have extensive experience in implementing native plant installations for the purpose of land restoration, wildlife habitat, wetland mitigation, stormwater management and erosion control.
Native Connections sells seeds of MI Native plants (grasses, sedges, rushes, wildflowers, shrubs) as well as seeds of specialty cover crop species and non-native fescues for alternative lawn settings.
Contact: Jared Foster
3815 Westnedge
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 459-6900
info@nativeconnections.net
www.nativeconnections.net
Native Edge, LLC
Native Edge is a landscape architecture and environmental services firm, specializing in native landscape design and installation. We have a dedicated and passionate team of native landscape professionals who will help guide your project from design through implementation and establishment. From a private intimate garden to large public parks and institutions, our mission is to help clients of all sizes unlock the magic in their landscapes and discover the beauty and benefits to be had when we design with nature and embrace native landscapes.
Contact: Wes Landon, ASLA
PO Box 140021
Grand Rapids, MI 49514
Phone: (616) 717-0656
Email: info@nativedgeco.com
Website: nativedgeco.com
Native Lakescapes, LLC
Certified Natural Shoreline Professional
Our specialty is shoreline restorations and creating riparian buffer zones. We utilize the latest bioengineering techniques to create diverse aquatic and terrestrial habitats. Consulting, design and installation services featuring Michigan genotype plants are available.
Restore Your Shore and More
Contact: Jim Brueck
P.O. Box 271
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 736 3014
jim@nativelakescapes.com
www.nativelakescapes.com
Natural Community Services, LLC
NCS assesses, designs, creates, maintains, monitors & promotes ecologically sustainable public and private wetlands, woodlands, meadows, streams, and shorelines, using community appropriate native species. We use land ethics to make your property beautiful & diverse. NCS has worked with over 500 public & private clients.
Contact: Liz and John DeLisle
57835 Eight Mile Rd.
Northville, MI 4106
(248) 513-1909
info@naturalcommunityservices.com
Natural Community Services (NCS) LLC
Ecological services and design
West Bloomfield, MI
(248) 672-7611
john@naturalcommunityservices.com
www.naturalcommunityservices.com
North by Nature LLC
Our professional design, build and installation teams will help you to create and maintain landscapes that reflect your passion for Northern Michigan. Guided by your color and texture preferences, we expertly apply ecological landscape design principles. Our mission is to create beautiful outdoor living spaces that exist in harmony with nature by providing habitat for butterflies, bees, and birds and minimizing the use of toxic chemicals and fertilizers.
Contact: Bret Huntman
2200 Howard Rd.
Petoskey, MI 49770
bhuntman@nbnlandscapes.com
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Oakland Township Parks and Recreation
The mission of the Oakland Township Parks and Recreation commission is to provide a sustainable system of parks, trails, programs, amenities, and services that creates memorable experiences and a sense of place, contributes to the economic value of the Township and preserves the historical and natural heritage of the landscapes for existing and future generations.
Contact: Carol Kasprzak
4393 Collins Road
Rochester, MI 48306
parks@oaklandtownship.org
oaklandtownship.org
Querkus Creative is a graphic design, illustration and non-profit consulting firm run by Spencer High. He is passionate about furthering the relationship between communities and conservational organizations by creating educational content, supporting opportunities for community engagement, and advocating for the preservation of wild places.
Raves Construction
We provide professional and innovative solutions including general contracting services, design/build at all stages, building maintenance, demolition, minor repair work, in-house equipment mechanics, equipment hauling, warehousing and equipment sales.
Contact: Joe D. Hutson
1704 E. Highland Rd.
Highland, MI 48356
(248) 887-0644
joe@ravesinc.com
www.ravesinc.com
Ray Wiegand’s Nursery
Family owned and operated for over 150 years, Ray Wiegand’s has a state of the art garden center and a 700-acre growing facility in Lenox Township, to nurture more than 500 varieties of trees and shrubs, along with growing over 600 varieties of perennials.
Contact: Wendy Bohn
47747 Romeo Plank Rd.
Macomb, MI 48044
(586) 286-3655
Erma@wiegandsnursery.com
www.wiegandsnursery.com
Rochester Garden Club
The purpose of this organization is to stimulate interest in environmental stewardship, horticulture, and agriculture through education and programs, and to contribute to the beauty of our community.
Contact: Jane Giblin
1651 North Bretton Drive
Rochester Hills, MI 48309
(248) 877-1434
Email
www.rochestergardenclub.org
Rochester Pollinators
Rochester Pollinators is a committee of the Rochester City Beautiful Commission. Our mission is to provide education and resources to preserve the Monarch butterfly and pollinator population through presentations, local events, native plant sales, and milkweed plant giveaways.
Contact: Marilyn Trent
114 E. Second Street
Rochester, MI 48307
(248) 250-3198
pollinators@trentcreative.com
www.rochesterpollinators.org
facebook.com/rochesterpollinators
Slayton Arboretum at Hillsdale College
Walk through the Arb on a warm summer day or a crisp fall evening, and you’ll find students reading a favorite book. The Arb was established in 1922 when Mr. and Mrs. George A. Slayton donated 14 acres to the College. Over time, the land has developed into a 48-acre natural area, at the north end of campus. More than an outdoor laboratory for faculty and students, the Arb is also a space for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and reunions, as well as student events such as the Garden Party. Its grounds include fieldstone buildings, two stone gazebos, a children’s garden, nature trails, a waterfall, and two ponds.
Westview Orchards & Winery
Westview Orchards and Winery owns 188 acres of land and encompasses six generations of family dedication. A working farm since 1813, Westview is known as a destination for good old-fashioned family fun. With a bakery, u-pick produce, honey, farm market, winery, cider mill and special events, Westview is an example of adaptable and sustainable agriculture.
Contact: Katrina Roy
65075 Van Dyke
Washington, MI 48095
(586) 752-3123
westviewkat@gmail.com
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Wild Birds Unlimited
Wild Birds Unlimited is a nature shop specializing in feeding birds. We sell a wide variety of garden accents including bird baths, wind chimes, art poles and bird houses. We also sell nature themed gifts made in the United States. We offer delivery service as well as shipping.
Contact: Rosann Kovalcik
20381 Mack Avenue
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236
(313) 881-1410
wbugpw@gmail.com
https://grossepointewoodswbu.com
Wild Cherry Farm
Wild Cherry farm was inspired by the decline in our native bird, butterfly, and bee populations. It is surprising and fascinating to learn more about plant, pollinator, and insect interactions and how crucial they are to local ecosystems. I hope you enjoy learning a little more about those interactions and are able to use that information to help support the pollinator populations in your area. Happy gardening to all!
Contact: Maegen Gabriel
17120 Boyce Rd
Stockbridge MI (8 miles north of Chelsea)
734-498-2652
www.wildcherryfarm.com
nativeplants@wildcherryfarm.com
Wildtype Native Plants & Ecological Services
Wildtype exclusively grows plants native to Michigan, from Michigan genotypes. We grow trees, shrubs, grasses, emergent wetland plants and wildflowers typical of southern Michigan woodlands, wetlands and prairies. Wildtype also provides ecological design & consulting services for public, commercial and residential projects focusing on restoration and preservation of the native landscape. Services offered include species inventory & site assessment; design & planning; and the establishment & management of the native landscape.
Wildtype Native Plants offers limited retail sales days. Check their website for details.
Contact: Bill Schneider
900 N. Every Road
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1140
Email
www.wildtypeplants.com
W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary
This sanctuary is a unique wildlife center located in Southwest Michigan offering conservation-focused public programs, interpretive tours, and accessible trails that allow close views of captive and wild birds. It is also a primary research arm for Michigan State’s W.K. Kellogg Biological Station. Its mission is to conserve native habitat for migratory and resident birds and through research, education, and outreach help people gain environmental awareness about our past, present and future. It invites visitors to enjoy the grounds and wildlife and offers many educational opportunities.
Contact: Lisa Duke
12685 East C Ave.
Augusta, MI 49012
Phone: (269) 671-2510
Fax: (269) 671-2474
E-mail: birdsanctuary@kbs.msu.edu
Bird Sanctuary – W.K. Kellogg Biological Station (msu.edu)
“A thing is right when it tends to preserve the integrity and stability and beauty of the biotic community. It is wrong when it tends otherwise.” Aldo Leopold