About KNPS
KNPS members exploring Snyder Ranch at the 2012 Annual Wildflower Weekend
KNPS encourages awareness and appreciation of the native plants of Kansas in their habitats and in our landscapes by promoting education, stewardship, and scientific knowledge. Learn more About Us.
Native Plants
Kansas native plants are indigenous to Kansas and include wildflowers, forbs, grasses, sedges, rushes, trees, shrubs, vines, ferns, mosses, and others. They are found in our prairies, woodlands, wetlands, and gardens. Learn more about the Definition of Native Plants.
Membership
One of the best ways to learn about Kansas plants is to join KNPS. Some of our members' favorite benefits are the quarterly Newsletter, the wildflower Events, and connecting with other members. Learn more about Membership.
Email List
Stay informed by joining our Email List. We send weekly events announcements to all subscribers. You can unsubscribe from the list at anytime.
Past Events
Fall Workday: Clear Bush Honeysuckle along Shunga Creek
Upcoming Events
- Herbal Gift Faire & Kaw Valley Herbs Study Group - Lawrence, KS on Tue, Dec 10th
- KNPS Winter Board Meeting - Manhattan, KS on Sat, Jan 25th
- Pasture Management Session #1 of 7: Climatic Patterns, Pasture Rental Rates, and Lease Law - Clay Center, KS on Thu, Jan 30th
- Pasture Management Session #2 of 7: Prescribed Burning - Aurora, KS on Tue, Feb 25th
- Workshop: Growing Wildflowers from Seed - Overland Park, KS on Wed, Mar 19th
- Pasture Management Session #3 of 7: Cattle Heatlh and Performance - Clay Center, KS on Thu, Apr 3rd
- Rock Springs Annual Wildflower Walk - Junction City, KS on Sat, May 31st
- Pasture Management Session #4 of 7: Managing Pasture Water Supply - Greenleaf, KS on Thu, Jun 12th
Native Plant Member Gallery
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American columbine (Aquilegia canadensis) by Craig Freeman in Jefferson County, KS
News & Updates
- 11 events added in November (Dec 1)
- State of Kansas Plant Icons Brochure added (Nov 5)
- Summer 2013 Newsletter added (Nov 5)
- Board/Annual meeting minutes added (Nov 4)
- 4 events added in October (Nov 1)
- 9 events added in September (Oct 1)
- 4 events added in August (Sep 1)
- Archived Updates
