OUR SPECIALIZATION: WETLAND SPECIES

Saltwater wetlands support a diverse array of waterfowl and wildlife. Delmarva Native Plants is a wetland nursery that grows large numbers of Spartina alterniflora (smooth cordgrass) and Spartina patens (salt meadow hay) to support living shoreline projects in the region.   

NATIVE PLANTS

SUPPORTING POLLINATORS

Eutrochium dubium provides abundant resources to pollinators around the Chesapeake Bay. Delmarva Native Plants grows many of the native plant species of upland and wetland habitats that help to support our regions fauna. We have a large inventory of seed that allows us to supply plantings of any size. 

NATIVE PLANTS

LOCAL PROVENANCE SEED

A large percentage of our plants are grown from seed we have collected with permission of partner organizations within the Chesapeake Bay watershed. It is incredibly important to source plants for restoration projects from local ecosystems. We know we are providing local genotypes which will ensure the success of our customers plantings and maximize the environmental benefit of their projects.

NATIVE PLANTS

NATIVE PLANTS

Delmarva Native Plants primarily grows Spartina alterniflora (smooth cordgrass), Spartina patens (salt meadow hay), and Distichlis spicata (spike grass) in 2″ plugs. Our native plant nursery also has many other species available throughout the year. For an availability please contact us by phone or e-mail.

Custom grow orders are welcomed and discounts are available for large orders.  We are wholesale to the trade, and before making a purchase please view our terms and conditions.

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