Somerset Chapter - Native Plant Society of NJ

03/10/2026

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02/22/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended Dr. Chris Obropta’s presentation on Nature Based Solutions to Manage Extreme Weather Events in the Royce Brook Watershed. We learned a lot about what’s causing the flooding issues in Hillsborough and Manville and some of the potential solutions.

02/19/2026

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10/24/2025

Thanks to the wonderful group of volunteers who came out on Saturday and helped plant 130 native trees along the flood prone area of the Royce Brook.
We had a beautiful day.
This project was made possible by a grant from American Water Charitable Foundation

10/06/2025

Seeing the Forest Through the Trees

We stopped by Bountiful Gardens, Hillsborough to check on the 130 trees for the Royce Brook Reforestation Project in Manville. They look fantastic!!
The trees were bought through East Coast Natives, Hillsborough with a grant from American Water Charitable Foundation. We are getting excited for Planting Day on Saturday, October 18. Still much to do.
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09/05/2025

We made good progress on maintaining the trees along the Royce Brook in Manville. These trees were planted in 2023 with a grant from American Water Charitable Foundation. The trees are looking great.

09/03/2025

05/28/2025

The Somerset County Chapter of the Native Plant Society of New Jersey Awarded American Water Charitable Foundation 2025 Water and Environment Grant

Somerset County Chapter of the Native Plant Society of New Jersey announced today that it was awarded an American Water Charitable Foundation 2025 Water and Environment grant, focusing on a reforestation project using native plants to mitigate stormwater runoff along the Royce Brook in Manville, NJ.

‘The co-leaders of the chapter are honored to accept the award from the Foundation. The Somerset Chapter looks forward to working with local partners and volunteers to implement the project plans during 2025”.

The Water and Environment grant is part of the American Water Charitable Foundation’s Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program. The Foundation is a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., supporting high-impact projects and initiatives that further American Water’s commitment to the communities it serves.

“The American Water Charitable Foundation is proud to invest in organizations and programs that focus on clean water, conservation, environmental education, climate variability and water-based recreation,” said Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation. “We take pride in furthering American Water’s ongoing commitment to being a good neighbor and trusted partner in the community.”

Learn more about our mission and community impact, at https://npsnj.org/chapters/somerset-county/

About Native Plant Society of New Jersey
The Native Plant Society of New Jersey (NPSNJ) is a non-profit organization founded in 1983. With over 1,500 statewide members, the Somerset Chapter is one of 15 county and regional chapters serving communities throughout the state. Members include gardeners, horticulturists, naturalists, landscape designers, students, and native plant enthusiasts from all walks of life.
The NPSNJ mission is to promote the appreciation, protection, and study of New Jersey’s Native Flora.

About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable, and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's 6,700 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

About American Water Charitable Foundation
The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People, and Communities. Since 2012, the Foundation has invested more than $20 million in funding through grants and matching gifts to support eligible organizations in communities served by American Water. The Foundation is funded by American Water shareholders and has no impact on customer rates. For more information, visit amwater.com/awcf.

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04/24/2025

Thanks to our wonderful volunteers and those from the Shade Tree Commission we potted up 100 trees for the Arbor Day Native Tree Give-Away on Friday, April 25 at the Environmental Education Center in Basking Ridge beginning at 10:30, while supplies last.

04/14/2025

We had 6 volunteers helping us pot up 80 bare root trees at the Environmental Education Center today. They will be added to their nursery stock to be planted around the property once they grow.

04/06/2025

Thank you to everyone who braved the elements and came out for Pollinator Day at Bountiful Gardens- Hillsborough yesterday. Our speakers taught us so much about spring ephemerals, native trees and shrubs, lawn replacement ideas, and the garden design process.

04/02/2025

Join us on Saturday, April 5th for Pollinator Day at Bountiful Gardens- Hillsborough, from 10am- 1-pm.
For 10% off native plants, register at Join us on Saturday, April 5th for Pollinator Day at Bountiful Gardens- Hillsborough, from 10am- 1-pm.
For 10% off native plants, register at https://www.bountifulgardens.com/events/pollinator-day