Early Native Plant Sale TODAY

Today, May 7th from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. the Early Native Plant Sale, featuring spring ephemerals and early bloomers, will take place at Casey Farm in Saunderstown.

They specialize in plant species exclusive to the area known as ecoregion 59 which includes all of Rhode Island, most of Connecticut and Massachusetts and sections of New York, New Hampshire and Maine. Plants within an ecoregion are accustomed to similar environmental conditions, share plant genetics, and have co-evolved with our local fauna. They are best suited to thrive in your gardens and to attract and sustain the butterflies, bees, birds and other pollinators that depend on them.

Their plants come through their Seed Starters groups. Plants they buy are from sources that grow their plants from seeds as local as possible. For donated plants, they remove the soil from the roots, rinse the roots and then the plant is placed in a sterile potting medium as a precaution to minimize the spread of Asian jumping worms.

They specialize in plants native to Rhode Island and to the larger eco-region to which RI belongs. These wildflowers, grasses and shrubs have long adapted to, and thrive in our growing conditions. They support the local birds and insects that depend on them.

Their experts will help you select the plants most suitable for the specific growing conditions of your garden.

LIST OF PLANTS AVAILABLE AT THE SALE

Casey Farm Annual Spring Seedling Sale — A large variety of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and edible flowers nurtured in the farm’s greenhouses will be available. All these young plants are certified organic. Historic New England members receive 10% off these Casey Farm plants.

A selection of goods from local vendors — Among them find pasture-raised meats, fresh seafood, spice blends, coffee, baked goods, alpaca wool accessories, pickles, prepared foods, hot sauce, juices, maple syrup, flowers.

Bring your family and friends!

Everyone is asked to dress for the weather (sale is rain or shine), to drive slowly on site, and to leave all pets at home.

(RIWPS member note: There is no early shopping for RIWPS members at this sale. The member benefit for shopping an hour before the public start time applies only to our much larger June sale,  The Best Native Plant Sale in RI. Both the Spring and Fall Native Plant Sales are held at multiple vendor venues which require a uniform opening time.)

Driving Directions to Casey Farm, 2325 Boston Neck Rd, Saunderstown, RI 02874. Come early for the best selection. A wagon can be very helpful if you are purchasing a number of plants and/or other items at this event.

Presented By: Rhode Island Wild Plant Society Dates: May 7, 2022 Location: Casey Farm Address: 2325 Boston Neck Rd, North Kingstown, 02874 Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM