Eastern Red Columbine
Graceful blooms for spring color and attracting hummingbirds.
Autumn Harvest • Native Plants
Grow a healthier Delaware backyard for your family
Fresh Delaware celebrates local ecology and family-friendly gardening. Explore native plants that attract pollinators, teach kids stewardship, and create vibrant, sustainable outdoor spaces.
25+Native species
4Seasonal garden guides
Family DaysEvery weekend
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Seasonal Tips
Plant in fall for a thriving spring. Choose native grasses and wildflowers to support local wildlife and create a playful, colorful landscape for kids.
Our mission
Fresh Delaware connects families with nature through friendly, practical gardening guidance focused on Delaware-native plants. We foster community spaces where kids learn by digging in the dirt, sharing seeds, and celebrating biodiversity.
Community Focused
Native Plants
Family Friendly
Why native?
Native plants thrive in Delaware soils and climate, require less water, support local pollinators, and create spaces where children can discover plant life cycles, insects, and birds in a hands-on way.
Tip: Start with a small pollinator patch and a sensory herb border to engage kids through scent, texture, and color.
Native plants for family-friendly gardens
Common Goldenrod
Vibrant fall color that supports bees and butterflies.
Black-Eyed Susan
Low maintenance perennials with long blooming season.
Blue Flag Iris
Elegant water-friendly perennial for wet corners.
Switchgrass
Grass tapestry that adds structure and habitat.
Autumn Joy Sedum
Pollinator-friendly and drought-tolerant late bloomer.
Community Garden Days
Join neighbors for hands-on workshops, seed swaps, and family-friendly garden projects. Learn together, share harvests, and celebrate the season as a community.
All activities are designed with kids in mind: simple tasks, safety first, and plenty of freebies to take home.
Volunteer & Share
Bring your curiosity and a friend. We welcome volunteers to help with native plantings, composting, and kid-led garden demos.
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