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Every Native Plant You Grow
Brings Cape Cod Back to Life
We bring growers, sellers and buyers together who share a love of Cape Cod.
Because every plant you grow helps to restore the Cape’s biodiversity, support local wildlife, and inspire stewardship of the place we call home.
That’s what it means to be Rooted with Purpose.
Are you a Cape Cod farmer with an interest in supporting the Cape’s ecology? Are you interested in expanding your business to include growing native plants for market?
Expert Education
Training and technical advice from germination to market, we can connect you with experts who can provide practical experience.
Marketing Support
Promotion under the Cooperative’s brand, providing regional visibility and continued publicity, so you can stay focused on growing.
Green Growing Standards
A commitment to environmentally responsible growing practices sets this program apart and gives you the confidence that your effort is good for Cape Cod.
Starter Material Sourcing
Resources on ethically sourced seeds, peat-free soil, and plastic-free pots, with the facilitation of bulk purchasing to help lower costs.
Networking
Connections with customers, including native plant gardeners, restoration practitioners, retailers, and fellow growers.
Financial Know-How
Learn from small business planners, farmers assistance programs, and other growers on how to further your success.
Questions? We Have Answers
Is There a Demand?
Yes. Cape Cod’s restoration projects, gardeners, and conservation groups are actively looking for locally grown native plants.
Why Would Buyers Choose Me?
When customers know your plants are grown right here: one-of-a-kind, from seed with the best ecological principles in mind, they will choose you—and we help them find you.
Do I Have Enough Time?
We hand you the tools, the resources, and the marketing. You grow. We help with the rest.
How Do I Balance My Other Offerings?
Growing native plants perfectly complements a farmer’s schedule, seeding in winter, and selling in summer through fall.
How Much Space Do I Need?
Native plants do not require a greenhouse and are table-grown, saving the ground for your vegetables.
Let’s Grow Something Good!
Together, we can restore Cape Cod’s biodiversity, support wildlife, and inspire environmental stewardship.