This section explains the processes of the UP Native Plant Program from the beginning to the end.   It is a story that starts with a vision and a need for native seed for restoration work and ends with that native seed being used to improve the landscape.

Step 1: Selection of Species List

Step 2: Training of Seed Collection Crews

Step 3: Identification of Wildland Seed Collection Sites

Step 4:  Wildland Seed Collection

Step 5: Seed Collection Information

Step 6: Seed Cleaning and Packaging

Step 7: Germination Tests

Step 8: Greenhouse Transplants

Step 9: Cultivation Studies

Step 10: Seed Increaser Fields

Step 11: Provide Seed to Commercial Growers

Step 12: Labeling and Storage of Seeds

Step 13: Agencies Evaluate Needs and Order Seed Mixes

Step 14: Workshops

Step 15: Restoration of the Landscape