Native Plants

Native plants can make for great water-wise vegetation in your landscaping, and help maintain the biodiversity of Colorado.  Learn more about identifying and planting Colorado native plants with these resources.

Native Plants Resources from CSU Extension

• Native Grasses for Colorado Landscapes (8/12)
• Native Plant Garden Guides
  • Low-water native plant garden guides for Colorado: Front Range (Print Version)
  • Low-water native plant garden guides for Colorado: Mountains (Print Version)
  • Low-water native plant garden guides for Colorado: Prairie (Print Version)
  • Low-water native plant garden guides for Colorado: Southeast (Print Version)
  • Low-water native plant garden guides for Colorado: West Slope (Print Version)
• Native Plant Reference List (8/12)
• Native Herbaceous Perennials for Colorado Landscapes (4/14)
• Native Trees for Colorado Landscapes (7/08)
• Native Shrubs for Colorado Landscapes (7/08)
• Sources of Native Plants (5/18)

Other Recommended Native Plant Resources

• Jefferson County Conservation District
• Colorado Native Plant Society
• Colorado State University Extension Woody Plant App
• Check out our Native Plant Demonstration Garden at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds