Transforming streets into vibrant pollinator habitats
We are passionate about creating beautiful and sustainable gardens along the streets of our city. Our goal is to transform road medians into vibrant pollinator habitats using native plants.
Roberts PTO Fundraiser
Welcome to the Roberts PTO Native Plant Fundraiser—where every plant you purchase helps support our school and our environment.
We’re offering a wide selection of pollinator-friendly, low-maintenance native perennials, all grown in 2″ x 5″ plugs. These compact but resilient plants are perfect for home gardens, containers, or naturalizing a yard space. Each one supports local pollinators and is well-suited to our climate and soils.
All items in the “Roberts PTO Fundraiser” category directly support the Roberts Elementary PTO, funding enrichment programs, events, and classroom resources for our students.
What’s Available
This year’s fundraiser includes a thoughtful mix of sun- and shade-tolerant natives, including:
- Butterfly favorites like Butterfly Weed and Blazing Star
- Pollinator powerhouses like Foxglove Beardtongue, Sweet Goldenrod, and Wild Petunia
- Woodland-friendly blooms like Wild Columbine, Eastern Beebalm, and Hairy Beardtongue
- Essential milkweeds for monarchs, including Swamp Milkweed and Butterfly Weed
We’ve chosen these species for their beauty, ecological value, and adaptability. If there’s a particular native plant you’d like that isn’t listed, let us know—we may be able to source it!
Ordering & Pickup
You can order in advance right here on the website or shop in person during the sale. Online orders will be available for pickup at any of the Roberts PTO Native Plant Sale events:
- May 30 – 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
- May 31 – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- June 1 – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
How You Can Give or Receive a Plant
We want this fundraiser to be as inclusive as possible. You can:
- Donate a plant: Purchase a plant that will be offered free to a Roberts Elementary student or family who may not be able to participate in the sale this year.
- Request a donated plant: If your family would enjoy a native plant but cost is a barrier, you’re warmly invited to request one. No questions asked—supplies are limited, and we’ll confirm availability once orders are processed.
- Unclaimed donated plants will be planted in the Roberts school garden or shared with a local native plant garden.
Ready to Shop?
Browse our full selection of native plants and donation options here:
Go to the Shop ›
Thank you for helping our students grow—and helping our gardens bloom.
Upcoming Events
Get Involved

Help
Plant
Join us for a planting day! Check the calendar for upcoming dates.
Water
Help these plants while they get established! Help water during dry weather.
Donate
Plants and Supplies
Have any extra plants from our plant list or supplies?
Send them our way!
Funds
Donations will fund plants, compost, and routine maintenance.
Native Pollinator Spaces are Important
Native pollinator gardens are an essential part of maintaining a healthy ecosystem.
Pollinator gardens are designed to attract bees, butterflies, moths, flies, beetles, bats, and even hummingbirds, which play a vital role in pollination. Many of these pollinators are habitat-specific, and the loss of habitat that provides sites for overwintering, foraging for pollen and nectar, or nesting can be detrimental to these species.
These pollinators also create a foundation for the entire local food chain. Many insects eat only native plants as larvae, and most birds rely on insects for part of their life. By planting native pollinator gardens, we can provide the food and habitat that these animals need to thrive, which in turn helps to strengthen the entire local ecosystem.
Pollination
Biodiversity
Conservation
Sustainability
Why Plant in Road Medians?
Meet Some of the Plants
Here are a few plants from our first Medford Medians Pollinator Project on Governors Ave.
We chose these plants for their drought resistance, ability to handle salt, and bloom times.



