Plants for Ecology: Native Plants to Heal Our Planet.

Plants for Ecology: Native Plants to Heal Our Planet. P4E strongly believes that a native landscape will allow you to experience the beauty of nature and give back to the earth in a meaningful way. .

Plants for Ecology, based in Troy, Michigan, sells and installs , trees and shrubs native of Michigan for those wishing to transform their landscapes into vibrant habitats. Plants for Ecology designs native landscapes, sells and installs native plants, trees and shrubs of Michigan for those wishing to transform their properties into vibrant habitats.

I have reduced the price of certain species of which I have too many, and I would rather see them get planted. These nee...
08/23/2026

I have reduced the price of certain species of which I have too many, and I would rather see them get planted. These need to be purchased as full flats of 38 or 32. Most are priced at $1/plug which is a steal! I even have a flat that is free. Here are the available flats at the reduced prices.
Rattlesnake Master, Black-eyed Susan (hirta), Early Sunflower (free), Joe Pye (maculatum), Boneset, Blue Lobelia, Fox Sedge.
Pick up only. Find the full plant list at https://www.plantsforecology.com/downloads.

Sometimes the universe gifts you these moments. Maybe we should work harder to save this world? Maybe going to Mars, tur...
08/14/2026

Sometimes the universe gifts you these moments. Maybe we should work harder to save this world? Maybe going to Mars, turning our lives over to AI and generally commodifying the entire planet is not the right direction. Maybe, just maybe, the Cooper's Hawk is saying we have a damn good place worth protecting right here!

Mic Drop! Liatris is badass.
08/12/2026

Mic Drop! Liatris is badass.

Plant it and they will come. Another prep in the books. Plants coming spring of 2027.
08/12/2026

Plant it and they will come. Another prep in the books. Plants coming spring of 2027.

!!!!!!Please Share!!!!!!!Decrease My Water Bill 2026 Sale is still active. There are some great deals to be had.Did you ...
08/07/2026

!!!!!!Please Share!!!!!!!

Decrease My Water Bill 2026 Sale is still active. There are some great deals to be had.
Did you know that Common Hackberry is polygamo-monoecious, producing male (staminate), female (pistillate), and perfect flowers on the same tree? This means you only need a single tree for viable seed/fruit production. These are shade trees or canopy trees that have a high ecological value. They are well adapted to urban/suburban environments. They are fairly fast growers and, given their mature size, it is recommended to plant them away from structures that could be damaged from falling branches. Hackberry has a high value to wildlife, so is a great tree to add to your landscape.
Boneset has very distinctive leaves and beautiful composite flowers with a very pleasant fragrance. It is typically found growing in wet meadows and water’s edge ecosystems, but it is also well adapted to urban and suburban yards as long as the soil retains moisture- think clay soil or soil with high humus content. When in bloom, this species is covered with pollinators of every stripe, dot or splotch. It does spread readily, so it is best suited for larger spaces and planted with species of similar habit.
Go to https://www.plantsforecology.com/downloads to download the price sheet and inventory. Ordering instructions are found there as well.

!!!!!!Please Share!!!!!!!The 1st annual Decrease My Water Bill 2026 Sale. Here is the botanical information on some of t...
08/04/2026

!!!!!!Please Share!!!!!!!

The 1st annual Decrease My Water Bill 2026 Sale. Here is the botanical information on some of the species available. While folks may be familiar with some, others are very rarely used in local installations which I think comes down to unfamiliarity. One that I am excited to add to my restoration is Crataegus macrosperma (Hawthorn). This is a very dignified tree, so it is curious why it is not more widely popular. I do not have a photo, but follow the link to see photos taken by others. The rest of the species listed are also very highly recommended. As always, understand the habit of the species to be planted, so you match it properly to the conditions of your land and space.

Crataegus macrosperma
https://gobotany.nativeplanttrust.org/species/crataegus/macrosperma/
Rosa setigera
https://illinoiswildflowers.info/savanna/plants/wc_rose.htm
Clematis virginiana
https://illinoiswildflowers.info/savanna/plants/virgin_bower.htm
Doellingeria umbellata
https://illinoiswildflowers.info/wetland/plants/fltp_aster.html
Eutrochium maculatum
https://illinoiswildflowers.info/wetland/plants/sp_joepye.htm
Eupatorium perfoliatum
https://illinoiswildflowers.info/prairie/plantx/cm_boneset.htm
Monarda fistulosa
https://illinoiswildflowers.info/prairie/plantx/wld_bergamotx.htm
Sambucus racemosa
https://illinoiswildflowers.info/trees/plants/red_elder.htm
Sorghastrum nutans
https://illinoiswildflowers.info/grasses/plants/ind_grass.htm
Liatris aspera
https://illinoiswildflowers.info/prairie/plantx/rgh_blazingstarx.htm
Asclepias incarnata
https://illinoiswildflowers.info/wetland/plants/sw_milkweed.htm

Troy, MI. Plants for Ecology Decrease My Water Bill 2026 Sale! Sale starts today August 2nd. Plant it and they will come...
08/02/2026

Troy, MI. Plants for Ecology Decrease My Water Bill 2026 Sale!
Sale starts today August 2nd. Plant it and they will come. Pictured are a Nursery Web Spider(?), Green Tree Frog and an Eight-spotted Forester.
How to order: Go to the downloads section of my website plantsforecology.com. Download the price/inventory PDF. Email me your request: [email protected]. I will send you an estimate based on what is available. I accept cash, check or Venmo (preferred). Once an order is confirmed, I will supply the payment options and pick-up address. It is pick-up only. This is a private residence. I am happy to show you around the restoration if I am home at the time of pick-up. A plug flat contains 38 plugs per flat.

Before and after pictures of a landscape transitioning from non-native to native. In this case the planting will take pl...
07/29/2026

Before and after pictures of a landscape transitioning from non-native to native. In this case the planting will take place over this season and next. Having completed the prep this summer, there will be ample time for the fall leaves, mulch, paper and sod underneath to break down and create a fantastic humus layer which will be very helpful for the new spring planting and soil microbes alike. No new much will be required. I like to add design elements at this time as well to signal intentionality and a project in process. An added benefit is that this allows for the full project cost to be split over time. Resist the lawn!

Reminder: Oak Park Garden Tour. Plants for Ecology will be giving away some native flora. I will be at Site 12, ( 23550 ...
07/26/2026

Reminder: Oak Park Garden Tour. Plants for Ecology will be giving away some native flora. I will be at Site 12, ( 23550 Majestic St, Oak Park, MI 48237), so come by and we can geek out about plants! Event runs from 1pm-5.

Oakland Co., MIJuly is not the best time to plant, but it is a great time to see what is growing and what is blooming! T...
07/17/2026

Oakland Co., MI
July is not the best time to plant, but it is a great time to see what is growing and what is blooming! The annual Oak Park Garden Tour is happening July 26th (Sunday) from 1pm-5pm. Come take a stroll around different landscapes and make sure to come say hi to me. We can talk natives and ecology! Also, I will be giving away Flowering Raspberry shrubs (Rubus oduratus)! These are wonderful pollinator magnets. See you soon!!!

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