﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[KMS Native Plants LLC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Got Natives? Custom Orders, Local Delivery, Shipping, Native Plant Pickup Yard, Revegetation and the help you want for all your native plant needs.]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 22:11:17 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Garden Obstacles: Native Plants That Do Not Need Cold Moist Stratification]]></title><description><![CDATA[A common challenge when growing native seeds is the need for cold moist stratification. This natural process mimics winter conditions, helping some seeds break dormancy and germinate. However, not all native plants require this step. Some species can germinate and thrive without the need for cold, moist treatment, making them much easier to grow. Smooth Blue Aster (Symphyotrichum leave) thriving without cold moist stratification Understanding Cold Moist Stratification for Seeds Cold moist...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/garden-obstacles-native-plants-that-do-not-need-cold-moist-stratification</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4668d1cf7a7df09d179f6e</guid><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 16:23:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_ebd3ea8144b642f090a3e0ce7c6f3c15~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Garden Obstacles: Best Native Plants to Attract Hummingbirds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hummingbirds bring a lively splash of color and energy to any garden. Their rapid wing beats and iridescent feathers captivate many gardeners who want to invite these tiny birds to visit regularly. One of the most effective ways to attract hummingbirds is by planting native flowers that provide the nectar they need. Native plants are adapted to your local environment, making them easier to grow and more beneficial for local wildlife, including hummingbirds. Female Ruby-throated Hummingbird...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/garden-obstacles-best-native-plants-to-attract-hummingbirds</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ee1f1bcf2afc83b04e66d4</guid><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:50:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_6807b436fd434be38a1b2e0d94d56788~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Native Plant of the Week: Pink Tickseed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family: Asteraceae Name: Coreopsis rosea Bloom Time: June-Frost Flower: Pink Soil Condition: Moist, average, well drained Light: Sun Height/Width: 12-18" x 12-24" Native Range: Northeast US, including Long Island Zone: 3-8 Photo: KMS Native Plants Unlike its yellow flowering cousins that are tolerant of heat and drought, pink tickseed prefers a moist soil and cooler temps. Its fine textured foliage and adorable pink flowers with yellow centers looks great with native plants that have a...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/native-plant-of-the-week-pink-tickseed</link><guid isPermaLink="false">658b60b37b9cbfa287b47757</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:30:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_47750732321f4abbbf3eca962ae2fedc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Garden Obstacles: Creating Habitat for Native Pollinators]]></title><description><![CDATA[Creating habitats for native pollinators is essential for biodiversity and ecosystem support. Native pollinators like the mason bee ( Osmia  species) and bumblebee ( Bombus  species) facilitate pollen transfer, crucial for producing fruits, vegetables, and nuts vital to human diets and agriculture. Native pollinators are better adapted to local plants and ecosystems, making them more efficient than non-native species, like the invasive European honeybee ( Apis mellifera ). Suitable habitats,...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/garden-obstacles-creating-habitat-for-native-pollinators</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69933ce1cf429c4fcb4c65c3</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:05:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_705cebbcefd448a288a256ceeac54a5c~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Garden Obstacles: Why Do Leaves Change Colors in the Fall?]]></title><description><![CDATA[why leaves change color in the fall.]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/garden-obstacles-why-do-leaves-change-colors-in-the-fall</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68fe2eef37ea356a8948e0c3</guid><pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2025 14:37:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_2e77954e52654d5ea78d80d111ccd6b7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Native Plant of the Week: Aromatic Aster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family : Asteraceae Name : Symphyotrichum oblongifolium Bloom Time : late September-November Flower: Purple Soil Condition : average,...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/native-plant-of-the-week-aromatic-aster</link><guid isPermaLink="false">686a7f32313711f211f75ba5</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 18:12:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_e3a7ef4d37aa451cbcf78b1f22e30795~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beyond Mums: Native Alternatives to Support Late Season Pollinators]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fall is here, and it’s time for pumpkins, cornstalks, ghosts, goblins, and black cats! But it’s also the time when non-native...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/beyond-mums-native-alternatives-to-support-late-season-pollinators</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d412b50a0add29d57cc411</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 16:35:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_91bff21e3d9f49ac96aa8de511b38dc3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Native Plant of the Week: White Snakeroot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family : Asteraceae Name : Ageratina altissima Bloom Time : September - October Flower: White Soil Condition : dry, moist, wet, adaptable...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/native-plant-of-the-week-white-snakeroot</link><guid isPermaLink="false">649aea0e1b23c354bed5f3d3</guid><pubDate>Sun, 31 Aug 2025 04:01:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_2767431b69474c389324e0f35c4c6800~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Native Plant of the Week: Butterfly Weed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family : Apocynaceae Name : Asclepias tuberosa Bloom Time : June-July Flower: orange Soil Condition : dry, moist, well-drained Light :...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/native-plant-of-the-week-butterfly-weed</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68923ef5bb9ceade70e1291c</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 04:01:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_c5cc53b6761c408db73d88be6501c970~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Native Plant of the Week: Calico Aster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family : Asteraceae Name : Symphyotrichum lateriflorum Bloom Time : Aug-Oct Flower: White flowers with dark pink or yellow centers Soil...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/native-plant-of-the-week-calico-aster</link><guid isPermaLink="false">649aeaf5d065a513f99846de</guid><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2025 04:01:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_450ecf6568d94a77aecd80e0b52a3814~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Native Plant of the Week: Meadowsweet]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family : Roseaceae Name : Spiraea alba Bloom Time : July - September Flower: White Soil Condition : Average, moist Light : Sun, partial...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/native-plant-of-the-week-meadowsweet</link><guid isPermaLink="false">658b67c2fa839e814afdca1f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2025 13:20:08 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Native Plant of the Week: Blue-stemmed aka Wreath Goldenrod]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family : Asteraceae Name : Solidago caesia Bloom Time : Sep-Oct Flower: Yellow Soil Condition : Dry, average, moist Light : Sun, partial...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/native-plant-of-the-week-bluestem-or-wreath-goldenrod</link><guid isPermaLink="false">649ae9f8044bb33e22d37f61</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 21:21:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_97d7d162a24a490aade4f7e70ec26bf1~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newsday: KMSNP's Native Plant Pickup Yard™]]></title><description><![CDATA[KMSNP's Native Plant Pickup Yard™ is part of a feature in a great article in the Real Estate Section of Newsday today! Click here:...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/today-s-newsday-kmsnp-s-native-plant-pickup-yard</link><guid isPermaLink="false">684c2cf65a220fb24051939a</guid><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:09:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_c3239207a5ef4943897352d228e1d631~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Native Plant of the Week: Obedient Plant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family : Lamicaceae Name : Physostegia virginiana Bloom Time : August-September Flower: Pinkish lavender Soil Condition : average, moist...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/native-plant-of-the-week-obedient-plant</link><guid isPermaLink="false">683d9f819caa5ce63a3211da</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 13:50:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_7885445e3ebc4a82beeba71804c1df7c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Native Plant of the Week: Eastern Bluestar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family : Apocynaceae Name : Amsonia tabernaemontana Bloom Time : May-Jun Flower: Light blue star-shaped flowers Soil Condition :...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/native-plant-of-the-week-bluestar</link><guid isPermaLink="false">639bb6baf8b0b42703742e77</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 22:05:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_ac16695aed5e451fb411ec3dcb4b646d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Native Plant of the Week: Woodland Phlox]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family : Polemoniaceae Name : Phlox divaricata Bloom Time : late April - May Flower: lavender purple Soil Condition : moist, rich,...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/native-plant-of-the-week-evening-primrose</link><guid isPermaLink="false">658b6319088af537a86e93b1</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 23:46:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_05cce83b403b4746bbadc07e0598746e~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Native Plant of the Week: Woodland Sunflower]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family : Asteraceae Name : Helianthus divaricatus Bloom Time : July-September Flower: Bright gold flowers Soil Condition : average, well...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/native-plant-of-the-week-woodland-sunflower</link><guid isPermaLink="false">649aeb36728921bd9e810558</guid><category><![CDATA[Native Plant Information]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 04:17:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_56db0f47abbb42dfa76dd524fbec6507~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Native Plant of the Week: Swamp Sunflower]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family : Asteraceae Name : Helianthus angustifolius Bloom Time : September through the first hard frost Flower: Bright yellow Soil...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/native-plant-of-the-week-swamp-sunflower</link><guid isPermaLink="false">649aeb4bf6af626401cdf39a</guid><category><![CDATA[Butterflies]]></category><category><![CDATA[Native Bees]]></category><category><![CDATA[Birds]]></category><category><![CDATA[Pollinator Plants]]></category><category><![CDATA[Native Plant Information]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2025 10:15:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_7a396522ad124fac96dd0d872335e57c~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Garden Obstacles: Pruning]]></title><description><![CDATA[Even though we are gardening with native plants, sometimes pruning is necessary for their health or to control their size, especially in...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/garden-obstacles-pruning-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">659c60f464e3945dda10af46</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 19:53:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_40b87d8056d345b4a4c06937adfcbb8d~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Native Plant of the Week: Hairy Beardtongue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family: Plantaginaceae Name: Penstemon hirsutus Bloom Time: May -June Flower: lavender/white Soil Condition: well-drained, dry, poor Light: Sun, partial sun, shade Height: 16-36" Native Range: Long Island Zone: 3-9 Photos: flower (KMS Native Plants) This is a KMS Native Plants favorite! The tubular white and lavender flowers bloom in the garden when not many other native perennials are flowering. It’s a lovely seasonal transition flower. It makes a great cut flower and the seed pods are great...]]></description><link>https://www.kmsnativeplants.com/post/native-plant-of-the-week-hairy-beardtongue</link><guid isPermaLink="false">658b63117b9cbfa287b478e2</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2025 17:46:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/040df6_d93a4410f7b64940b9e6d946663b5cb2~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kimberly Simmen</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>