Native Plant Sale Returns to Lake Hopatcong with Over 50 Varieties!
- Lake Hopatcong Foundation
- 3 days ago
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Contact:
Holly Odgers
Communications Director, Lake Hopatcong Foundation
973-960-6310, holly@lakehopatcongfoundation.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Native Plant Sale Returns to Lake Hopatcong with Over 50 Varieties!
Landing, N.J. (April 8, 2025) – Spring has arrived, and the Lake Hopatcong Foundation's ninth annual native plant sale is just around the corner! Featuring more than 50 varieties of plants native to New Jersey, this year's sale offers a wide selection that supports local ecosystems and adds natural beauty to gardens throughout the region.
“This will be the most diverse plant sale we’ve hosted,” said Lake Hopatcong Foundation Board Chair Marty Kane. “Alongside favorites like asters, phlox, and milkweed, we’re excited to introduce several newcomers, including wild petunia and blue flag iris. I personally love some of the ‘forgotten’ varieties like the paw paw and American plum tree.”
Online orders can be placed from noon on Friday, April 25, until 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 1, at lhfplantsale.givesmart.com. Purchased plants can be picked up on Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Lake Hopatcong Foundation, located at 125 Landing Road, Landing, NJ.
Native plants play a vital role in supporting local ecosystems, providing essential habitats for pollinators, insects, and wildlife while also helping to improve soil and water quality. Since they’re adapted to local conditions, they require less maintenance and fewer resources, making them a sustainable choice for gardeners.
Individuals can explore native plant gardens at the Lake Hopatcong Foundation headquarters, 125 Landing Road, in Landing. These gardens serve as an educational resource and source of inspiration for anyone interested in creating their own pollinator-friendly, low-maintenance landscape. While early spring sees many plants just beginning to emerge, the gardens provide a preview of what will bloom throughout the season, with informative signage detailing the environmental benefits of using native species.
"At the Lake Hopatcong Foundation, we’re dedicated to protecting the lake and the surrounding watershed," said Lake Hopatcong Foundation Communications Director Holly Odgers. "Planting natives is an easy way for the community to support local wildlife and create a healthier environment."
The Lake Hopatcong Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to protecting the lake environment and enhancing the lake experience by bringing together public and private resources to encourage a culture of sustainability and stewardship on and around New Jersey’s largest lake, for this and future generations. To learn more, visit lakehopatcongfoundation.org.