Native Habitat Management
Protecting native plants and habitats now and in the future
The intertwined global crises of climate change and biodiversity loss are hitting home. As California grapples with the complex challenges of wildfire, invasive species, and infrastructure, the state needs multi-benefit solutions that bring nature and human communities together. CNPS advocates for policy solutions and practices that integrate best available science and Indigenous knowledge to guide us toward a better future.
Science-based guidance for those working toward recovery of the land while reducing risk going forward.
For resilience and recovery
Best Management Practices by the CNPS Wildfire Community
Examining the fire behavior of planted native landscapes, hydration, and mulches.
TOH experts looks at how a home can be fire-hardened in wildfire-prone areas.
A publicly available resource from the CA Wildfire & Forest Resilience Task Force.
Research papers on wildfire topics like effects on ecosystems, and protecting communities.
Expert analyses of the challenges posed by California’s wildfires and proposed solutions.
Right Seed, Right Place, Right Time
Non-native invasive plants cause extensive harm to the environment and natural habitats. CNPS supports and encourages programs and activities that prevent and mitigate such harm.
Cal-IPC provides science-based tools and information to help land managers and others make the best choices for California.
Prioritizes potentially invasive plants that pose significant environmental threats to wildlands.
Healthy native plant stock is needed more than ever as the intertwined crises of biodiversity loss and climate change drive the transformation of public and private landscapes. Learn how CNPS and our network of chapters are working alongside partners to ensure that the best available science supports healthy restoration projects and landscaping.
