Planting native plants in your yard provide an excellent way to bolster butterfly and bee populations. Plus, I have found prairie natives can be quite easy to take care of. After all, they are especially adapted to the local environment! So while planning out your spring and summer gardens, consider adding some more natives. In my experience over the years, native plants tend to sell quickly. I have rounded up several local native plant sales on the horizon and each allows you to order ahead of time. I highly recommend pre-ordering if you are able to -- especially if you are looking for milkweed for the monarchs. Keep these sales on your list: