The May Plant Count is a joint effort between Nature Alberta and the Alberta Native Plant Council (ANPC), with a specific committee dedicated to the project within the ANPC. Both Nature Alberta and the ANPC work together to ensure volunteers and participants are notified of the event and that results are disseminated. The May Plant Count is a component of the annual May Species Count and is open to anyone with an interest in plants and flowering. The survey takes place between May 25 \u2013 31 and focuses on documenting the flowering status (i.e., phenological stage) of native plant species across Alberta. The aim is to collect valuable plant data while encouraging stewardship and appreciation of the amazing natural areas Alberta has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With the advent of iNaturalist, new possibilities have opened to make the May Plant Count more efficient and to boost its value to science and conservation. By using iNaturalist for recording observations, participants in the May Plant Count contribute to the world\u2019s largest biodiversity database, available at no charge to naturalists, educators, and researchers. The high profile of iNaturalist ensures that the data are used for conservation applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For more information about this program, visit Nature Alberta\u2019s website: May Plant Count – Nature Alberta<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2024 May Plant Count Report<\/p>\n\n\n\n