Conserving Ecosystems
Restoring Biodiversity
Grow Wild tackles the biodiversity crisis by championing native plants—the quiet yet essential species that uphold local ecosystems and sustain pollinators, birds, and countless other creatures.
By inspiring communities to protect and restore these plants, Grow Wild nurtures healthier soils, revitalized habitats, and ecosystems better prepared for a changing climate.
Through education, outreach, and hands-on action, Grow Wild empowers people to take meaningful steps that safeguard biodiversity for generations to come.
Native Plants: Pillars of Biodiversity and Resilience
Native plants are vital for local ecosystems, offering food and shelter for wildlife, supporting biodiversity, preventing erosion, conserving water, and sustaining ecosystem health.
Wildlife
Native plants serve as the primary food source for many insects, birds, and mammals in a region, as they have co-evolved over time.
Pollination
Native plants are crucial for pollinators like bees and butterflies, which rely on their specific flower shapes and nectar sources.
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Climate resilience
Native plants are better adapted to local weather conditions, including drought and extreme temperatures, making them more resilient to climate change.
Soil health
Native plant root systems can help stabilize soil and prevent erosion, especially in areas prone to flooding.
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Water conservation
Often, native plants often require less water than non-native varieties, making them ideal for water-wise landscaping.
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Visit Our Native Gardens!
Our gardens are free & open to the public.
Crail Gardens
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Located at the Historic Crail Ranch,
2100 Spotted Elk Rd, Big Sky.
Moose Pair Pollinator Garden
Two miles south of Lone Mountain Trail off Ousel Falls Road.
BASE Pollinator Garden
Located at 285 Simkins Dr in Town Center, Big Sky.
Firewise Crevice Garden
Located at the Historic Crail Ranch,
2100 Spotted Elk Rd, Big Sky.