Bringing Native Plants Home to Michigan

Big Bluestem Farm grows and shares true Michigan native plants—helping nurseries, landscapers, and communities restore the land’s natural beauty and balance.

The Big Fall Plant Sale

25+ Michigan-grown native species, 4,000+ plants ready to go in the ground this fall — and three easy ways to get yours.

Popular species go fast

— order early.

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Ambassador Perks

Join our Native Plant Ambassador Network exclusive discounts, networking, and  support from plant experts.

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Garden Packages

Simplify your next project with curated pollinator or wetland kits designed to bloom beautifully and work in harmony.
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The Big Fall Plant Sale

25+ Michigan-grown native species, 4,000+ plants ready to go in the ground this fall — and three easy ways to get yours.

 

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$10

/ Gallon

$6

/ Quart

Three Ways To Get Plants

Shop Big Bluestem Farm your way! Order online and pick up in Big Rapids, visit the farm during one of our Saturday Farm Tours, or book a private tour for a date that works for you. Whether you want a quick pickup or time to walk the greenhouses and shop as you go, there’s an option for you.

pickup in Big Rapids
  • New Horizons Landscaping & Nursery
Private farm tours
  • By Appointment only
    231-233-5206

Beautiful. Low-Maintenance. Ecosystem-Supporting.

Native plants aren’t just good for the planet—they’re the simplest way to create landscapes that thrive naturally. Grown for Michigan’s climate and soils, they bring balance, color, and resilience to every space. We offer quart and gallon sizes for larger, more resilient plants than standard plugs.
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Guiding Michigan Toward Healthier, Native Landscapes

With over 50 Michigan-native species in our nursery, we provide both the plants and the resources you need to succeed. Choosing native plants means selecting species adapted to local climate, soil, and ecology. They require less water and fertilizer, support native insects and wildlife, and help stabilize soil.
Why Grow Native Plants?
  • Thrive in local soil and weather
  • Require less water and fertilizer
  • Reduce maintenance costs
  • Support pollinators and wildlife
  • Prevent erosion and improve soil health
What You'll Gain
  • Longer bloom cycles through the seasons
  • Stronger root systems that build better soil
  • Natural pest resistance—no chemicals needed
  • Healthier, more diverse ecosystems
  • Cleaner water and sustainable landscapes

Events

From workshops to community planting days, our events bring people together to learn, plant, and celebrate native Michigan ecosystems.
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