Right plant · right place

Native Plant Matcher

Tell us about your yard and get a practical shortlist of native plants suited to your region, light, soil, moisture, and space.

Enter a 5-digit ZIP to detect a broad region.
Sun exposure
Soil type
Moisture level
Desired mature height Choose an overlapping range from 0 to 360 inches (30 feet).
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Plant type
Bloom season
Wildlife value

Regional match is approximate based on ZIP prefix. For precise native plant guidance, check your local native plant society or extension office.

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A few helpful answers

Why should I plant native species instead of ornamentals?

Native plants evolved with local insects, birds, soils, and weather. In the right place they can require less supplemental water and support food webs that many non-native ornamentals do not.

How accurate is this tool’s regional matching?

It is a first-pass guide, not a botanical range map. ZIP prefixes are mapped to broad regions, and native status can vary within a region. Confirm your finalists with a local native plant society, extension office, or regional flora before buying.

What does “part sun” mean exactly?

Part sun generally means about 3–6 hours of direct light each day. Afternoon sun is more intense than morning sun, so watch the actual planting spot across a typical day.

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