We create pollinator habitats and cultivate beauty for DC residents.

DC Natives is a local nonprofit working to cultivate beauty for DC residents, improve neighborhood experiences for DC communities, and support the environment by creating pollinator habitats.

Learn more about how DC Natives can help you build a pollinator habitat

DC residents are invited to sign-up and host a DC Natives sponsored pollinator garden.

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Plan your own Garden

Create a haven for butterflies, bees, and other pollinators.

Plan a Pollinator Garden Start a Chaos Garden

Volunteer

Whether you like to dig, design, or organize—all are welcome.

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Community Events & Volunteer Opportunities

Please join us at any of the exciting events this season!

2026 Dates

September 11 – First Flower Friday at the Franciscan Monastery
October 17 – Franciscan Monastery Garden Guild’s Fall Festival – We will be participating again this year. Please come visit and enjoy the festival!
October 24 – Demonstration Workshop – Learn How to Plant a Fall Pollinator Garden
October 31 – BEWARE! A Garden Resurrection: A Spooky Halloween special garden demon-stration. Come dressed in costume, bring the kids, and get some haunted treats…if you dare!

All DC Natives’ news

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November 12, 2026

River Terrace Rocked Out for the Bees and Butterflies

November 12, 2026

That’s a Wrap: First Flower Friday Closes Its Third Season

November 9, 2026

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Our work is made possible with your support

Your generosity helps us continue work increasing pollinator habitats and creating the local beauty we believe every DC resident deserves.

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