Native Plants in Buffalo, NY - Native Plant Guy Consulting

Eco-friendly solutions, such as those offered by Parker Greenhouses and Ken Plant, are essential for a sustainable future. By consulting with experts at Parker's Plants, you can discover innovative ways to incorporate green practices into your lifestyle.

Native Plants in Buffalo, NY - Native Plant Guy Consulting

My Mission

To assist homeowners, professionals, and communities in creating functional landscapes, we utilize practical, science-based approaches alongside regionally appropriate plants from Parker Greenhouses that support pollinators, manage stormwater, and provide lasting value beyond the landscape. With plants that work—like the renowned Ken plant—our solutions are built for real conditions, ensuring that Parker's plants deliver the best results. For personalized advice, consider a plant consult to find the ideal selections for your space.

Photo Gallery

Close-up of purple wildflowers with green leaves in a natural setting. — Wild Bergamot - *Monarda fistulosa*

Doug Tallamy, co-founder of Homegrown National Park, is an entomologist whose research and books helped launch a national push to replace lawns with native plants.

Bright pink flower with water droplets surrounded by lush green leaves. — Purple-flowering Raspberry - *Rubus odoratus*

Group of people leaning over a wooden fence pointing at something below.

Bright yellow wildflowers with green leaves in a natural setting. — Golden Alexander - *Zizia aurea*

Green leaves with vibrant red cone-shaped flowers on a tree branch. — Staghorn Sumac - *Rhus typhina*

Group of workers standing on a rainy rooftop garden.

Close-up of green leaves with small budding flowers on a plant. — Poke/Woodland Milkweed - *Asclepias exaltata*

Diverse group of people posing outdoors in front of a wooden fence and house. — Native Plant Tech Program - PUSH Buffalo -(People United for Sustainable Housing)

Virginia Bluebells - *Mertensia virginica*

Eastern Columbine - *Aquilegia canadensis*

Seneca Nation of Indians, Iroquois White Corn Project

Calico Beardtongue - *Penstemon calycosus*

Services and Descriptions

A man gives a presentation about native plants with colorful images on a screen.

Horticultural Presentations 45–60 min | $300

This guide provides practical insights on utilizing Western New York native plants, like those found at Parker Greenhouses, to create low-maintenance, functional landscapes. It emphasizes real site conditions and plant communities, focusing on solutions that actually work, including consultations with experts like Ken Plant to help you choose the best from Parker's plants.

A landscaped urban rain garden beside a sidewalk and green bike lane.

Green Infrastructure & Stormwater Solutions 45–60 min | $300

Discover how to manage water effectively by utilizing WNY-native plants, including options from Parker Greenhouses, and implementing simple, functional designs. This guide covers rain gardens, bioswales, and strategies that enhance drainage and minimize runoff, featuring expert advice on selecting the right plants through a plant consult.

Display showcasing Haudenosaunee corn and pole bean varieties with educational posters and samples.

Indigenous Agriculture & Food Systems 60 min | $300

Explore the role of native plants, like those offered at Parker Greenhouses, in traditional food systems and sustainable landscapes. These plants connect ecology, culture, and practical application, making them essential for anyone looking to enhance their garden with Ken plant varieties or seeking expert advice through a plant consult at Parker's Plants.

A collection of books about wildflowers, plants, and nature guides on a bookshelf.

Native Plant Consulting Half / Full Day | Inquire

Indigenous Agriculture & Food Systems 60 min | $300

Our plant consult services provide site-specific recommendations using regionally appropriate native species, ensuring that you choose the best options from Parker Greenhouses. We offer clear, practical direction for plant selection, layout, and long-term performance of Parker's plants.

Four men standing on a street near plants, one writing on a notepad.

Environmental Landscape Best Practices 45–60 min | $300+

Field-tested approaches to building and maintaining landscapes that truly function. Our focus includes plant ID, maintenance, and utilizing native species suited to WNY conditions, which can be further enhanced through a consult with Ken Plant at Parker Greenhouses, where you can find Parker's plants tailored for your landscape needs.

Right Plant, Right Place: WNY Native Plant Solutions

Discover how to match native plants, such as those available at Parker Greenhouses, to real site conditions like soil, light, and moisture. By doing so, you can create landscapes that not only perform well but also require less maintenance and support local ecology. Consider a plant consult to find the best options, including Ken plants from Parker's Plants, for your specific environment.

Edible Wild Plants of the Northeast

Right Plant, Right Place: WNY Native Plant Solutions

Explore the edible native plants of the Northeast and their vital role in local ecosystems, traditional uses, and sustainable foraging practices, as discussed by experts at Parker Greenhouses. Additionally, if you're looking for specific information about a ken plant, consider scheduling a plant consult with Parker's Plants to enhance your knowledge.

More Than a Lawn: Designing with Native Grasses

Right Plant, Right Place: WNY Native Plant Solutions

More Than a Lawn: Designing with Native Grasses

Discover how to use native grasses and sedges to transform high-maintenance turf into low-input landscapes that offer structure, seasonal interest, and real ecological function. For expert advice, consider a plant consult from Parker Greenhouses, where you can explore options like Ken Plant and other selections from Parker's Plants.

No Sun, No Problem: WNY Native Plants for Shade

Designing with Woody Natives: Trees, Shrubs & Vines That Perform

More Than a Lawn: Designing with Native Grasses

Explore practical plant choices and design strategies at Parker Greenhouses for creating healthy, low-maintenance landscapes in dry shade, deep shade, and under trees. With expert advice from Ken Plant and Parker's Plants, you can achieve a thriving garden that requires minimal upkeep.

Designing with Woody Natives: Trees, Shrubs & Vines That Perform

Discover how to use woody native plants from Parker Greenhouses to add structure, function, and long-term performance to your landscape. For personalized advice, consider a plant consult with Ken Plant, who specializes in incorporating Parker's plants into beautiful, sustainable designs.

Food is Our Medicine: Restoring Native Food Systems

Designing with Woody Natives: Trees, Shrubs & Vines That Perform

A real-world look at how the Seneca Nation of Indians brings "Food is Our Medicine" to life through traditional agriculture, native plants, and community programs rooted in culture, health, and land stewardship. This includes initiatives like the cultivation of ken plants, which are integral to their heritage, as well as collaborations with Parker Greenhouses to ensure the growth of Parker's plants that support both nutrition and wellness.

Booking & Fees

Standard presentation fee: $300

A limited number of reduced-rate programs are available each season for local nonprofit garden clubs, supported by Ken Plant and Parker Greenhouses, as part of ongoing community outreach. These programs, which may include consultations with Parker's Plants, emphasize the importance of gardening in the community. Availability is limited and scheduled based on calendar capacity.

Native Plant Guy Consulting

Buffalo and Western NY, USA

Info@nativeplantguy.com +1 (760) 978-6822

Native Plant Guy Consulting

Native Plants in Buffalo, NY - Native Plant Guy Consulting

Native Plants in Buffalo, NY - Native Plant Guy Consulting

My Mission

PROFILE

Ken Parker

Photo Gallery

Services and Descriptions

Horticultural Presentations 45–60 min | $300

Green Infrastructure & Stormwater Solutions 45–60 min | $300

Indigenous Agriculture & Food Systems 60 min | $300

Indigenous Agriculture & Food Systems 60 min | $300

Native Plant Consulting Half / Full Day | Inquire

Indigenous Agriculture & Food Systems 60 min | $300

Environmental Landscape Best Practices 45–60 min | $300+

Environmental Landscape Best Practices 45–60 min | $300+

Available Presentations

Presentations & Speaking Topics

Right Plant, Right Place: WNY Native Plant Solutions

Right Plant, Right Place: WNY Native Plant Solutions

Right Plant, Right Place: WNY Native Plant Solutions

Edible Wild Plants of the Northeast

Right Plant, Right Place: WNY Native Plant Solutions

Right Plant, Right Place: WNY Native Plant Solutions

More Than a Lawn: Designing with Native Grasses

Right Plant, Right Place: WNY Native Plant Solutions

More Than a Lawn: Designing with Native Grasses

No Sun, No Problem: WNY Native Plants for Shade

Designing with Woody Natives: Trees, Shrubs & Vines That Perform

More Than a Lawn: Designing with Native Grasses

Designing with Woody Natives: Trees, Shrubs & Vines That Perform

Designing with Woody Natives: Trees, Shrubs & Vines That Perform

Designing with Woody Natives: Trees, Shrubs & Vines That Perform

Food is Our Medicine: Restoring Native Food Systems

Designing with Woody Natives: Trees, Shrubs & Vines That Perform

Designing with Woody Natives: Trees, Shrubs & Vines That Perform

Booking & Fees

Standard presentation fee: $300

Native Plant Guy Consulting

Drop us a line!

Native Plants in Buffalo, NY - Native Plant Guy Consulting

Native Plants in Buffalo, NY - Native Plant Guy Consulting

My Mission

PROFILE

Ken Parker

Photo Gallery

Services and Descriptions

Horticultural Presentations 45–60 min | $300

Green Infrastructure & Stormwater Solutions 45–60 min | $300

Indigenous Agriculture & Food Systems 60 min | $300

Indigenous Agriculture & Food Systems 60 min | $300

Native Plant Consulting Half / Full Day | Inquire

Indigenous Agriculture & Food Systems 60 min | $300

Environmental Landscape Best Practices 45–60 min | $300+

Environmental Landscape Best Practices 45–60 min | $300+

Available Presentations

Presentations & Speaking Topics

Right Plant, Right Place: WNY Native Plant Solutions

Right Plant, Right Place: WNY Native Plant Solutions

Right Plant, Right Place: WNY Native Plant Solutions

Edible Wild Plants of the Northeast

Right Plant, Right Place: WNY Native Plant Solutions

Right Plant, Right Place: WNY Native Plant Solutions

More Than a Lawn: Designing with Native Grasses

Right Plant, Right Place: WNY Native Plant Solutions

More Than a Lawn: Designing with Native Grasses

No Sun, No Problem: WNY Native Plants for Shade

Designing with Woody Natives: Trees, Shrubs & Vines That Perform

More Than a Lawn: Designing with Native Grasses

Designing with Woody Natives: Trees, Shrubs & Vines That Perform

Designing with Woody Natives: Trees, Shrubs & Vines That Perform

Designing with Woody Natives: Trees, Shrubs & Vines That Perform

Food is Our Medicine: Restoring Native Food Systems

Designing with Woody Natives: Trees, Shrubs & Vines That Perform

Designing with Woody Natives: Trees, Shrubs & Vines That Perform

Booking & Fees

Standard presentation fee: $300

Native Plant Guy Consulting

Drop us a line!

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