A comprehensive guide to native plants and seeds of the Midwest region
Welcome to the Midwest Native Seed Collection guide, a digital resource designed to help conservationists, gardeners, and nature enthusiasts identify and collect seeds from native plants in the Midwest region of the United States.
This interactive guide provides detailed information on hundreds of native plant species, including identification characteristics, habitat preferences, bloom seasons, and seed collection guidance. Use the search and filter tools below to find specific plants or browse through the collection.
Source: This guide is based on the "Lake County Seed Collection Guide" (Version 2, July 2020)
Authors: Kelly Schultz (Lake County Forest Preserve District) and Dale Shields (Volunteer Stewardship Network)
Images: ©2019 DJShields. Produced by: Dale Shields & Kelly Schultz ©Lake County Forest Preserve District
Contact: [email protected]