Natives in the Wild
Appreciate and observe our native plants
Garden with Natives
Advice and resources for native plant gardening
Conservation
Help preserve Marin County’s unique biodiversity
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Using Grasses in the Garden
Beautiful mixed with perennials and shrubs, anchoring a hot dry site, or cascading down a slope, there is a grass species that will thrive in any sun or shade exposure.
Sage and Buckwheat: Pollinator Powerhouses
Consider planting the tough-as-nails dynamic duo—buckwheat and sage (Eriogonum and Salvia).
Butterfly Host Plants
What could be more delightful than butterflies flitting around your garden? Our Fall Plant Sale will offer a number of plants that support a diverse array of butterflies in our area.
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Gardening in the Company of Deer
Gardening with native plants in the company of deer can be frustrating but is not impossible. The browsing habits of deer can be difficult to predict, varying by neighborhood, season, and even from year to year.
Marin CNPS Micro Grants for 2026


