Get Growing
We all benefit from the experience of others. Here you will find free downloads of our most requested tip sheets and local, seasonal field guides. When you're ready for a new adventure in the garden, start by taking a look at these free tip sheets. If you embark on a walk through one of the trails on our field guides, take time to appreciate each unique plant. Please email us with any questions and we will grow together!
Tip Sheets
Growing your own plants from seed is a rewarding (but sometimes challenging) undertaking. Click here for a few tips!
Everyone who eats food (so unless you're a robot, read on) should compost. Click here to get started!
Adding some green to your interior designs is uplifting for the soul, but can also be tough to manage. Start here!
Capturing, storing and using rainwater is one way to save resources and money! Check out our tips here.
Sustain yourself beyond the harvest season as you prepare and store food for the future. Here are a few tips!
Green your clean using common ingredients as you take control of your indoor space. Learn more.
Caring for woody plants can be a joy and a challenge so be sure to prune properly. Here are the basics.
Field Guides
There is so much beauty in Westwood! This map was used for our October walking tour. Enjoy the journey.
The laughter of children from the Little Schoolhouse in the Woods echoes through Mt. Airy Forest in springtime.
This trailhead starts at the end of Brokaw Avenue. Impressive anytime of year, this is a field guide for late spring.
Big updates to the park on Werk Road are coming. This spring field guide includes some current plants to find.
The annual Westwood Native Gardens Walking Tour in collaboration with Seeding Community. Check out our 2024 route!
The annual Westwood Native Gardens Walking Tour in collaboration with Seeding Community. Check out our 2025 route!
The annual Westwood Native Gardens Walking Tour in collaboration with Seeding Community. Check out our 2026 route!