The Wilderness Center Annual Plant Sale in Wilmont
Spring is coming. And if you want your yard to buzz with bees, flutter with butterflies, and sing with birds — native plants are the place to start. The Wilderness Center (TWC) in Wilmot, Ohio, makes it easy. Their annual Native Plant Sale gives you access to a large selection of plants that truly belong in Ohio — popular picks and hard-to-find species alike.
Why Native Plants Matter for Ohio Wildlife
Native plants have grown in Ohio for thousands of years. Over that time, they built deep connections with local wildlife. Monarch butterflies depend on milkweed. Songbirds need insects — and most insects can only survive on the plants they evolved with. When you plant native, you are not just adding color to your yard. You are rebuilding habitat.
Beyond wildlife, native plants are simply easier to grow. They are built for Ohio’s heat, cold, and rainfall. Once established, they need very little water or care. Their deep roots also filter rainwater and hold soil in place — which means cleaner local streams and less runoff for all of us.
When and Where Is the Sale?
The sale runs online, with pickup at TWC in Wilmot. Winter is the perfect time to plan, so ordering opens early. Here are the key dates:
- TWC Members: early access opens February 16, 2026
- Public ordering opens March 2, 2026
- Ordering closes May 5, 2026
- Pickup days: May 8 & 9, 2026 — 9877 Alabama Ave SW, Wilmot, OH 44689
Some extra plants will be available on pickup days, but popular varieties sell out fast. Pre-order to get your top picks.
Note: Any plants not picked up by May 31 will be donated to TWC’s native plant conservation work.
TWC Members Save 10%
Members get 10% off all orders — plus early access starting February 16. Log in at checkout to apply your discount. Not a member yet? Join or renew at wildernesscenter.org.
How to Order Native Plants from the Wilderness Center
Ordering takes just a few minutes. Visit wildernesscenter.org to browse the full plant list and place your order. If you are a TWC Member, log in first to get your 10% discount. Once your order is in, simply pick it up on May 8 or 9 at 9877 Alabama Ave SW in Wilmot.
Do not wait too long — the best selections go early. Order now and look forward to a yard full of life this spring.
Mark Your Calendar — Don’t Miss This Year’s Native Plant Sale
The TWC Native Plant Sale is one of the best ways to make your yard work for Ohio’s wildlife. Browse the plant list, place your order, and pick up your plants in May. Every native plant you add makes a difference.
Visit wildernesscenter.org to shop and order today.
