Lora supports the citizens of South Dakota in her role as a Professor and SDSU Extension Native Plant Specialist. Lora also serves as the editor-in-chief of the Native Plant Journal.
Lora Perkins
Professor and SDSU Extension Native Plant Specialist
Also by Lora Perkins
SDSU Extension publishes research on native plants for bird habitat
January 06, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension has published new research on native plants that can support birds in the state and region.
Native Plants for Bird Habitat in South Dakota
South Dakota has a range of habitats that support many bird species, and native plants play an important role in all those habitats.
Native Seed Hand Harvest Guidelines
Hand harvest of native plant seed is a low-cost and low-tech method suitable for collecting seeds for small-scale use. Learn some important guidelines for harvesting, storing, and stratifying native plant seeds.