By Cydney Ross, Outdoor Education Manager
Find the perfect gift for your nature nerd or the avid gardener in your life with gift ideas just in time for the holidays!
Want to show off your garden while educating your neighborhood on the importance of native habitat gardens? Our Deep Roots Native Garden Signs are now available online! This durable sign features beautiful illustrations of native flora and fauna who depend on healthy habitats.
Go big or go home with a ticket to the upcoming Plan It Native Conference! Connect with native plant experts from across the nation during this in-person conference February 11-12 in Kansas City. This conference is great for natural resource professionals and nature enthusiasts alike.
Need some light during the darkest winter nights? Doug Tallamy’s book, Nature’s Best Hope, shows the impact of reintroducing native habitat to our landscapes. Even the smallest landscape can make a difference! His Nature of Oaks offers a deep dive into the “most valuable player” of our changing ecosystems – Oaks! Learn about everyone who depends on our mighty oak trees, large and small, in Dr. Tallamy’s most recent book. Order a signed copy by ecologist and author, Dr. Doug Tallamy, from our online store. (Might as well add one to your own stocking. You earned it!)
What gardener doesn’t love (and need) more plants? Support local and regional businesses by purchasing a gift card from City Roots, Missouri Wildflower Nursery, or contact Sow Wild Natives for gift giving options. Visit Izel Native Plants’ extensive native plant database where plants can be shipped right to your door.
How about some Deep Roots swag for the native plant nerd in your life? From t-shirts to hoodies, we’ve got you covered with our newly branded Deep Roots KC clothing line. Visit our online store to order today.
Want to shop in person? Visit the Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center to find nature-inspired gifts for all ages. From Discovery Center mugs, stickers, animal plushies, and books, you’re sure to find a great gift while supporting conservation at home.
