CONSERVATION
PRESERVATION
RESTORATION
SAVING OUR NATURAL HERITAGE
CONSERVATION OF LAND
Florida's wild lands are disappearing faster than we can protect them—and once they're gone, they're gone forever. FNPS is fighting to secure the remaining native ecosystems that anchor Florida's future. Every acre conserved is a victory for the plants, wildlife, and people who depend on these irreplaceable landscapes.
PRESERVATION OF BIODIVERSITY
Biodiversity isn't a luxury—it's the foundation of a functioning world. Florida is among the most biodiverse regions on Earth, home to endemic and rare species found nowhere else—and they're under siege. Their loss cascades through entire ecosystems and diminishes the natural heritage that makes Florida irreplaceable. FNPS is committed to keeping this ecological inheritance alive: the species that evolved here, the relationships between plants and wildlife that took millennia to build, and the resilience we'll need to face what's ahead.
RESTORATION OF HABITAT
Degraded land can be reborn. Through invasive species removal, native plant restoration, and strategic land management, we're healing ecosystems that have been wounded and fractured. Restoration is the work of reclaiming Florida's wild spaces—returning balance to places humans have altered and proving that recovery is possible. FNPS leads this transformative work because Florida's future depends on landscapes that are alive, connected, and thriving.
EDUCATION
The Florida Native Plant Society empowers people of all ages to understand and protect Florida’s native plants through hands-on learning and accessible resources. From lesson plans and coloring pages to educational videos and workshops, we provide tools that inspire curiosity and conservation action. By fostering connections between people and plants, we cultivate a deeper appreciation for Florida’s unique ecosystems and the role each of us can play in safeguarding them.
POLICY & ADVOCACY
The Florida Native Plant Society works to ensure that Florida’s native plants and natural habitats are protected through sound policy and effective advocacy. We provide science-based guidance to decision-makers and empower citizens to raise their voices for conservation. By championing native plants in legislation and community planning, we help shape a future where Florida’s landscapes remain resilient and ecologically rich.
RESEARCH
The Florida Native Plant Society advances scientific research to deepen understanding of Florida’s native plants and the ecosystems they sustain. Through grants, field studies, and collaborations with scientists and students, we support projects that guide conservation, preservation, and restoration efforts. By investing in research, we ensure that decisions about Florida’s landscapes are rooted in knowledge, protecting biodiversity for generations to come.
COMMUNITY
The Florida Native Plant Society thrives through a statewide network of local chapters that bring people together to celebrate and protect native plants. Chapters host programs, field trips, plant sales, and restoration projects that connect neighbors with Florida’s unique landscapes. By joining a chapter, members find community, share knowledge, and take meaningful action for conservation close to home.
READY TO GROW YOUR IMPACT?
You don’t need to be a scientist or land manager to play a vital role. There are countless ways to get involved — from hands-on volunteering to advocacy, education, and everyday choices.
Click below to explore how you can help protect Florida’s native plants and wild spaces!
