BRINGING BACK BUTTERFLIES
FREE NATIVE PLANTS
Nebraska Monarchs 2024 Annual Plant Giveaway
This year, there are two ways to receive native plants through our annual free giveaway. For individuals wanting to plant a native garden at home, we will have a first-come, first-served giveaway event with an Environmental Expo (see more details below). If you represent an organization or are looking to plant a native garden in a shared space (not on private residential property), you can apply below to receive free plants.
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Plants are locally sourced from Midwest Natives Nursery, a greenhouse located in Lincoln, Nebraska that specializes in the sustainable cultivation of native perennial flowers and grasses.
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We are currently looking for donors and funding partners for the 2024 plant giveaway. If you or an organization you know might be interested in partnering with us please email support@nebraskamonarchs.com.
Native Gardens for Individuals
Native Gardens for Shared Spaces
Because our Native Plant Giveaway this year is made possible by a grant from the Nebraska Environmental Trust, some of our guidelines have changed. This year, at least 50 groups will be selected to receive plants (about half will receive 32 plants and about half will receive 64 plants). Each group selected will also receive an accompanying educational sign to be displayed.
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Eligibility and Details:
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+Completion of the application (link below) is required by Tuesday, April 23, 2024. Those selected to participate will be notified no later than May 1st via email.
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+ To receive plants, organizations (non-profits, schools, churches, neighborhood associations, businesses, scout groups, clubs, etc.) and individuals may apply as long as plants will be planted in a shared space in Nebraska (not a private residential location).
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+ Plants are available for pick up on Friday, May 17th from 2pm to 5pm at Omaha South High School. Special accommodations (on a very limited basis) may be made for applicants from outside the Omaha area.
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+ Applicants must commit to not reselling and not spraying any form of pesticide on any plants received.