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Fall Native Plant Sale

september 6

9 – 11 am

Indian Hill Park, Winnetka


Scroll down for the plant list, plus images and info on each plant.

    Why Plant Native Plants?

    FORGET THE OLD GARDEN CALENDAR AND GET READY TO SEE AUTUMN IN A WHOLE NEW LIGHT! Instead of stashing your garden tools until spring, this fall offers a golden opportunity to invigorate your landscape and give your garden a head start.


    So keep those trowels handy and join us for the Go Green Winnetka Fall Native Plant Sale! This year, we’re thrilled to offer 40 varieties of native plants that bring unparalleled beauty and ecological benefits to your garden. Native plants aren’t just resilient; they’re the true champions of local ecosystems. Think vibrant purple coneflowers that color your garden through summer and essential milkweed that supports the Monarch butterfly. These plants attract pollinators, enhance stormwater management, and thrive with minimal fuss in our Midwest climate.

    fall is the new spring!

    AS SUMMER WINDS DOWN, CONSIDER THIS: PLANTING NATIVE SPECIES IN THE FALL CAN YIELD VIBRANT, THRIVING GARDENS COME SPRING. The cooler temperatures, warm soil, and ample sunlight of autumn create an ideal environment for new plants to establish robust root systems before winter’s chill sets in. Unlike the frenetic spring planting rush, fall allows plants to settle in slowly, ensuring they’re ready to burst forth with life as soon as the weather warms.

    SAVE THE DATE – September 6

    MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR SEPTEMBER 6, FROM 9 – 11 AM AT INDIAN HILL PARK, 131 Wilson Street in Winnetka. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a curious newcomer, our native plant experts will be on hand to guide you in choosing the perfect additions for your garden. Plus, visit our website ahead of time for planning tips and plant details.


    Bring life to your landscape this fall and watch your garden flourish like never before! 


    SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

    9 –11 am

    Indian Hill Park, 131 Wilson St., Winnetka


    Zelle, PayPal, and Credit Cards accepted. No pre-orders.


    Save the date and start thinking about your fall planting needs. We’ll see you there!

    PLANT LIST 2025

    If the list does not show up on your device, click on the Download PDF link below. This list may be subject to updates.


    Scroll down further for images and info on each plant.

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    plant images and info

    Big-Leaved Aster

    Eurybia macrophylla


    Sun Exposure: Partial, Shade

    Soil Moisture: Medium-Wet to Dry

    Height: 1 foot

    Spacing: 2-3 feet

    Bloom Time: August to October

    Bloom Color: White

    Black-Eyed Susan

    Rudbeckia hirta


    Sun Exposure: Full, Partial

    Soil Moisture: Med-Wet, Medi, Med-Dry

    Height: 2 feet

    Spacing: 10-12 inches

    Bloom Time: June to October

    Bloom Color: Yellow

    Blue Flag Iris

    Iris virginica var. shrevei


    Sun Exposure: Full, Partial

    Soil Moisture: Medium to Wet

    Height: 3 feet

    Spacing: 1-2 feet

    Bloom Time: May to July

    Bloom Color: Purple

    Blue Vervain

    Verbena hastata


    Sun Exposure: Full, Partial

    Soil Moisture: Wet, Med-Wet, Medium

    Height: 5 feet

    Spacing: 18-24 inches

    Bloom Time: July to September

    Bloom Color: Blue

    Blue Wild Indigo

    Baptisia australis


    Sun Exposure: Full, Partial

    Soil Moisture: Med-Wet to Medium

    Height: 4 feet

    Spacing: 2-3 feet

    Bloom Time: May to July

    Bloom Color: Blue

    Blue Wood Aster

    Symphyotrichum cordifolium


    Sun Exposure: Partial, Shade

    Soil Moisture: Medium to Med-Dry

    Height: 3 feet

    Spacing: 18-24 inches

    Bloom Time: September, October

    Bloom Color: Blue

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