There is an unbreakable link between native plant species and native wildlife.  Indeed, most native insects cannot, or will not, eat alien plants. When native plant species disappear or are replaced by alien exotics, the insects disappear, thus impoverishing the food source for birds and other animals. In many parts of the world, habitat destruction has been so extensive that local wildlife populations are in crisis and may well be headed toward extinction.  

By favoring native plants, gardeners can provide a welcoming environment for wildlife of all kinds. This doesn't necessarily entail a drastic overhaul of existing gardens. The process can be gradual and can reflect both the gardener's preferences and local sensitivities.

It also does not have to mean that your yard will be overrun with deer or other wildlife.  As our valley fills up with new homes, we want to help you create beauty in your landscaping while providing continued habitat needs for the wild inhabitants of our valley.

Here are some local and regional sources for native plant information and materials: 

Montana Native Plant Society   http://www.umt.edu/mnps/

Montana Plant Life   http://montana.plant-life.org/

Windflower Native Plant Nursery
PO Box 306
West Glacier, Montana 59936
Telephone: 406-387-5527
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http://www.windflowernativeplants.com/
 

Helen Atthowe

Biodesign Farm

1541 South Burnt Fork Rd.

Stevensville, MT 59870

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(406) 258-4205 Fax: (406) 258-3916 

Blackfoot Native Plants
Kathy Settevendemie
P.O. Box 761
Bonner, Montana 59823
406/244-5800
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http://blackfootnativeplants.com/

Grouse Springs Nursery

35649 Hwy 35 Finley Point

Polson, MT

887-2696

Native West Nursery

155 Falcon Ridge

Kooskia, ID 83539

1-888-926-7707 or 208-926-7707

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http://www.nativeswest.com/content/view/28/

Western Native Seed

P.O. Box 188, Coaldale, CO 81222

Phone: (719) 942-3935 FAX: (719) 942-3605

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http://www.westernnativeseed.com/

Wind River Seed, Inc

3075 Lane 51
Manderson, WY 82401
307-568-3361
Fax: 307-568-3364
Website: http://www.windriverseed.com/
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