Welcome to the Lakes and Pines Chapter
of the Native Plant Society of Texas
Founded in November of 2023 with the great support of our members and volunteers, the Lakes and Pines Chapter, a 501(c)(3) organization, promotes research, conservation, and utilization of native plants and plant habitats of Texas through education, outreach, and example. Our chapter includes Wood and surrounding counties. The Lakes and Pines Chapter takes in two Level 3 Ecoregions, East Texas Plains and the Western Gulf Coastal Plain. With towering pines and hardwoods, rolling hills and prairies, and lakes too numerous to count, this area has an average of 45” of rainfall annually and enjoys a wide range of plant and wildlife habitats.
As you explore our web site, you’ll find a variety of useful local information and resources, chapter news and events along with exciting programs and activities. We encourage you to get involved through membership, as a volunteer, or simply as someone interested in ecosystem sustainability. Utilize the resources provided by this website and the Native Plant Society of Texas to support the conservation and utilization of native plants and plant habitats.
What's So Great About Native Plants?
Native Plants . . .
– Have grown and survived here for over 500 years
– Are drought-tolerant, naturally conserving our precious water resources
– Don’t need special pampering or fertilizing: some native plants can thrive in a variety of conditions, but most need a defined climate, soil, light and amount of water
– Are natural to their ecosystem: Texas has over 5000 native plants but very few grow state-wide
– Help us maintain biological biodiversity
– Provide habitat and food for birds, butterflies, bees and other wildlife
Native Plant Sale Update . . .
Our two Fall Native Plant Sales were very successful – thanks to all who stopped by our tents to say hello and to buy natives. Also a great big thanks to all Lakes & Pines NPSOT members who spent many hours planning, growing and implementing.
Watch this space for announcements about our 2026 native plant sale!
Lakes and Pines Chapter Meetings and Events
Our meetings are in person and open to the public. Chapter Meetings are generally held at 2:00pm on the first Wednesday of the month.
• 1:30PM – Greeting friends old and new
• 2:00PM – Meeting begins, starting with a special presentation about native plants or related topics followed by a brief business meeting.
• We currently meet at Bob Wells Nursery @ Sorelle Farms located at 975 County Road 2220 in Mineola, TX. Join us and bring a friend!
Monthly Doorprizes – Really cool items are being donated by our members for doorprizes.
Lakes and Pines Chapter News
2025 Member’s Regional NATIVE PLANT & SEED SWAP
2025 NPSOT Regional Plant Swap… What a great time we had together! Cindy Cronin shared her experience growing Buttonbush from seed, everyone had a chance to tell about the native
Clymer Meadow Preserve Field Trip – October 11
Clymer Meadow Preserve contains some of the largest and most diverse remnants of the Blackland Prairie. This 1,475 acre preserve offers a tallgrass prairie with abundant wildflowers, wildlife and wetland
Native Plant Society State Virtual Events
These on-line virtual events, sources of a wide variety of valuable information, are produced by NPSOT Chapters around the state and are available to all members.
Native Plant Society State News
We are (finally) on Instagram!
The Collin County Chapter is now on Instagram! Our new account, @npsotcollincounty, will feature local plant spotlights, event updates, and photos from members who are helping native plants thrive across
Reminder – No December and January Meeting
The NPSOT – Collin County Chapter will not be holding monthly meetings on December 2, 2025 and January 6, 2026. Our meetings will resume on February 3, 2026. More information
14 on the 14th: Gardening for the Birds in North Texas
Native plants provide birds with essential food like berries and seeds, as well as critical shelter from predators, and nesting sites for raising their young. Below are the trees, shrubs, grasses, perennials, and vines to help create a bird-friendly yard!
Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP) Level 1
Click on the flyer to learn more about the NLCP or HERE for the current class schedule.
Bob Wells Nursery at Sorelle Farms in Mineola is a NICE nursery! They are a partner in the NICE (Natives Improve and Conserve Environments) Native Plant Partner program, a collaboration between the Native Plant Society of Texas and local nurseries around the state to offer native plants that are right for the local environment. For more information about the Bob Wells Nursery at Sorelle Farms, click here. To search for other area nurseries supporting the NICE Native Plant program click here. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR NATIVE PLANT PARTNERS!
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