2023 Native Plant Sales & Events
The Native Plant Sales & Events calendar is updated regularly so check back often. Contact us to add an event.
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DELAWARE, MARYLAND, NEW JERSEY, PENNSYLVANIA, VIRGINIA, WASHINGTON DC, WEST VIRGINIA
EVERYWHERE: Look for your county’s upcoming spring native shrub and tree seedling sales. These young plants are offered to homeowners at an irresistible price.
EVERYWHERE: Doug Tallamy’s Homegrown National Park: A GRASSROOTS CALL-TO-ACTION TO RESTORE BIODIVERSITY – NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY – GET DIGGING AND GET ON THE MAP!
MARYLAND: Marylanders Plant Trees was launched in 2009 to encourage citizens and organizations to partner with the State to plant new trees. Today, citizens can still take advantage of our coupon program to receive $25 off the purchase of a native tree at 86 participating nurseries across the State.
NEW JERSEY: The South Jersey Landscape Makeover Program is a unique program to provide homeowners, municipalities, and farmers with expert advice and financial assistance to create rain gardens and other “green infrastructure” projects that capture polluted stormwater and prevent it from entering our lakes, rivers, and bays. We’ll host a series of rain garden design workshops and offer free technical advice and funding for homeowners and municipalities. Farm owners will also be eligible for grants to implement stormwater best management practices. This program is for select municipalities in the Rancocas River, Hammonton, Salem, and Maurice-Cohansey River watersheds, but there may be opportunities in other municipalities depending on the project and location.
PENNSYLVANIA: Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Howard Nursery produces bare-root seedlings for wildlife food and cover on State Game Lands. The nursery has been producing and distributing 2 to 8 million seedlings annually for wildlife food and cover since 1954. All Pennsylvania landowners may purchase seedlings for wildlife food and cover, watershed protection, soil erosion control, and for reclamation of disturbed areas, such as surface mine site and utility right-of-ways.
VIRGINIA: Northern Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District’s Native Seedling Sale. The Northern Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District’s annual spring seedling sale makes low-cost bare-root native shrub and tree seedlings available to Northern Virginia residents.
Orders for the 2023 Native Seedling Sale open on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 9:00am.
VIRGINIA: Grants and Discounts: list courtesy Plant NOVA Natives.
VIRGINIA: My Tree Counts – Help the VDOF. Every tree planted makes a difference to the health of our communities and the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The Virginia Department of Forestry (VDOF) and partners want to highlight tree planting projects from across the state. Submit your tree planting to show that your tree counts towards Virginia’s efforts to #ProtectOurBay! We’ll share these stories on the Community Tree Map and social media with #MyTreeCounts.
Your regional Native Plant Society is the perfect resource for not only native plant sales but also information, field trips and other events:
Delaware Native Plant Society
Maryland Native Plant Society
The Native Plant Society of New Jersey
The Finger Lakes Native Plant Society of Ithaca, New York
Native Plant Society of Staten Island, New York
New York Flora Association
Pennsylvania Native Plant Society
Delaware Valley Fern & Wildflower Society, Pennsylvania
Virginia Native Plant Society
West Virginia Native Plant Society
CONNECTICUT/Virtual Event
January 4
New Canaan Beautification League presents “The Nature of Oaks” with Doug Tallamy
Douglas Tallamy, T. A. Baker Professor of Agriculture in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware, will discuss topics from his most recent book, The Nature of Oaks. Oaks sustain a complex and fascinating web of wildlife and Dr. Tallamy will explore the seasonal cycles of life, death, and renewal that center on the many varieties of oaks native to North America. No fee.
NEW YORK/Virtual Event
January 8
Native Plant Society of Staten Island presents Live Zoom with Doug Tallamy
Introducing Doug Tallamy, the prominent conservationist and native-plant activist to know. NPSSI is honored that Doug will speak to us via a live Zoom presentation on January 8, 2023, starting at 3 pm. “The biggest message that I want to convey is that everybody has a role. You either own property, or you can help somebody who owns property: a land conservancy, a park, or preserve. Everybody should bear the responsibility of good earth stewardship, and nobody has the ethical right to maintain that four-acre lawn anymore. Such places are destroying the watershed, they are not supporting the pollinators, they’re not supporting the food web, and they’re not sequestering carbon. So, it’s our responsibility to start to fix that, to share a sense of responsibility, a sense of urgency, and also give a sense of hope. I think this message is starting to go viral. You know, not like a Facebook thing would, but faster than I can keep up with.” $5-$8 fee.
PENNSYLVANIA/In-Person & Virtual Event
January 8
Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve’s Winter Lecture Series: Monarch Butterflies: Kings of Migration, New Hope
Every year, monarch butterflies (Danaus plexippus)—those showy, Halloween-colored beauties—engage in one of nature’s most extraordinary feats: flying to a very few secluded mountain valleys in Mexico. After wintering, they begin a perilous journey north, sometimes taking generations to return to Pennsylvania. And in the fall, they start over again. How do they accomplish this remarkable task? Why did it even evolve? The monarch is also among the most endangered butterflies, their numbers in a steep decline in recent decades—for surprising reasons. Mike Weilbacher shares this butterfly’s unique story, weaving up-to-date science with folk legend and Aztec myth. You’ll gain a new appreciation for the king of butterflies and learn innumerable ways you can help this amazing creature. Fee.
VIRGINIA/Virtual Event
January 11
Blue Ridge Prism: Winter Activities for Invasive Plant Control
“All that is gold does not glitter, not all those who wander are lost; the old that is strong does not wither, deep roots are not reached by the frost.” — J.R.R. Tolkien. There’s a lot of “gold” in your yard– native plants– many that are dormant for the winter and just waiting for the right conditions to bloom again in the spring. Help them thrive by preparing your yard and freeing it up from invasive species that hinder forest and native plant growth. Winter is a great time to tackle invasive plants! In this interactive webinar, learn about safe and effective winter control methods and find out which plants can be treated now or should be left alone for later. You can submit your questions beforehand (during registration) to our panel of experts, or ask them live. No fee.
CONNECTICUT/Virtual Event
January 12
The Westport Garden Club presents Nature’s Best Hope with Doug Tallamy
Entomologist Doug Tallamy will speak to the public and members of the Westport Garden Club via Zoom about how what humans plant affect the the ecosystems in profound ways. Recent headlines about global insect declines and three billion fewer birds in North America are a bleak reality check about how ineffective our current landscape designs have been at sustaining the plants and animals that sustain us. To create landscapes that enhance local ecosystems rather than degrade them, we must 1) remove the invasives on our property and 2) add the native plant communities that sustain food webs, sequester carbon, maintain diverse native bee communities, and manage our watersheds. If we do this in half of the area now in lawn, we can create Homegrown National Park, a 20 million acre network of viable habitats that will provide vital corridors connecting the few natural areas that remain. This approach to conservation empowers everyone to play a significant role in the future of the natural world. No fee.
NEW JERSEY
January 15 (rain date: January 22)
FIRST EVER Meadowlands Bald Eagle Festival, Carlstadt
As recently as 20 years ago, seeing a Bald Eagle in the Meadowlands was a rare event. The eagles have made a remarkable comeback in part due to the State’s efforts, the endangered species act, the clean water act and the removal of DDT in the environment. Bald Eagles have successfully nested in the Meadowlands these past two years – emblematic of a healthier environment and a cleaner Hackensack River. The day will include walks, information tables (inside) and refreshments. There will also be a kid’s eagle art contest-bring eagle artwork, win a prize. Visit website for more details.
EVERYWHERE!
January 16
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
MLK Day is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to improve their communities. During the last quarter-century, the MLK Day of Service has grown, and its impact increased as more Americans embraced the idea that citizenship involves taking an active role in improving communities. On Monday, Jan. 16, and the days surrounding, AmeriCorps invites you to: engage with your community and create constructive action; act on Dr. King’s legacy of social justice and equity; and recommit by volunteering to serve others. You can clean up a public space, mentor a young person, or help those who are food insecure. Together, we can strengthen ties to our communities and one other while we address critical issues that divide us.
VIRGINIA
January 28 – February 5
Winter Wildlife Festival, Virginia Beach Area
Join us for a month-long celebration of coastal wildlife and nature! Fee/no fee activities.
PENNSYLVANIA/Online Sale (ON GOING)
February 1 – April 15
Manada Conservancy’s Annual Native Plant Sale, East Hanover Township Nature Park, Grantville
Our online native plant store is NOW OPEN for Spring 2023! Click here to shop through April 15. An in-person native plant event will be held on May 6 at our native plant nursery. Shop for plants not available through the online store. Pick up your online orders. Browse art vendors. Participate in activities for kids. Savor treats from food vendors. Meander the trail during a guided nature walk. Learn more about the Conservancy’s mission.
EVERYWHERE/Virtual Event
February 2
Xerces Society: Encouraging Beneficial Insects, Spiders & Mini-Creatures
A diverse fauna of mini creatures plays a huge role in keeping your backyard habitat healthy and functional. Learn to be a good host to these critters and how a diverse, native plant-based garden is a bulwark to plant pest outbreaks. This event will not be recorded. No fee.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
February 2
Piedmont Landscape Association: 2023 Annual Seminar, Charlottesville
Every February the Piedmont Landscape Association hosts an annual day-long seminar. This event brings gardening enthusiasts and landscape professionals together in an educational setting. This year’s prominent speakers are Doug Tallamy, Cole Burrell, Peggy Cornett and Thomas Rainer. Fee.
VIRGINIA/In-Person & Virtual Event
February 8 – 9
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Winter Symposium, Richmond
Stewarding the Land, Healing Ourselves: In the upheavals of the past two years, we have learned that the landscape is healing us, and are learning to appreciate how it, in return, needs to be healed. This year we examine humans’ role as stewards—of not just the land but the entire web of life–as global climate change looms. Join us on Wednesday and Thursday to hear a variety of exciting speakers, including author Cynthia Barnett (Rain: A Natural and Cultural History), horticulturist and author Abra Lee (Conquer the Soil: Black America and the Untold Stories of Our Country’s Gardeners, Farmers, and Growers) and plantsman Bill Cullina, among others. Wednesday and Thursday are hybrid programs–come in person to meet the speakers, greet old friends and make new ones–or join virtually in the comfort of your home or office. Fee.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
February 11
Virginia Forest Landowner Education Program presents Woods & Wildlife Conference, Wytheville
Over 10 million acres of Virginia’s woods are privately owned. The Woods & Wildlife Conferences provide information, tools, and personal contacts to help private woodland owners keep their woods, and the wildlife that live in them, healthy and productive. A variety of topics are offered to appeal to owners of both small and large tracts, and both new and experienced owners. These day-long conferences are held in February. To date, over 2,500 woodland owners have attended a Woods & Wildlife Conference. Fee.
VIRGINIA/In-Person & Virtual Event
February 11
5th Annual Prince William Native Plant Symposium, Manassas
STOP MOWING, START GROWING! A Native Plant Symposium for Beginners & Beyond. Create a beautiful yard, save time & money, improve water quality and build habitat for pollinators & birds. Keynote: “A World of Discovery: How Science and Heart Can Make You a More Ecological Gardener,” Nancy Lawson, The Humane Gardener. Fee.
PENNSYLVANIA/In-Person & Virtual Event
February 12
Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve’s Winter Lecture Series: Glowing, Glowing, Gone: Fireflies of the Eastern & Central US, New Hope
Prepare for an enlightening virtual journey to learn about the fireflies (Lampyridae) of the Eastern and Central United States and why they are currently disappearing. Explore the bioluminescent creatures in-depth that, from spring to fall, light up the evenings at dusk. You’ll discover why fireflies flash and how they communicate with potential mates using light. Ben Pfeiffer will present his research findings on Texas firefly taxa with a focus on fireflies found in nearby river basins and riparian areas. He will also discuss how to create a good habitat for fireflies, native plants that help them and ways you can help save many of these special species from extinction. Fee.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
February 15
Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy: Native Wildflowers from Spring Ephemerals to Fall Favorites, Brambleton
Virginia Master Naturalist Ami Mason will walk us through a year of natives for the home garden and discuss the importance of wildlife relationships to the development of flowers throughout the year. This program at Brambleton Library is co-sponsored by Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and the Loudoun County Public Library. No fee.
MARYLAND/Virtual Event
February 17
Montgomery Parks GreenScapes Symposium: Designing with Purpose
Whether a gardener living in the suburbs or a landscape architect developing commercial projects, we all design with specific purposes in mind. This symposium will offer design strategies to achieve a range of goals, from public gardens that engage diverse audiences to landscapes that reduce carbon footprints and are resilient to climate change. Speakers will also explore innovative design and maintenance practices that bring visual order to naturalistic gardens and make them more palatable to neighbors and HOAs. Though these landscape goals may seem unrelated, they can all be achieved by selecting the right building materials, understanding plant communities, and leveraging creative plant combinations. Join us to learn how! Fee.
PENNSYLVANIA/In-Person & Virtual Event
February 19
Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve’s Winter Lecture Series: Discovering Caterpillars with Stefanie Paeg, New Hope
Everyone loves butterflies, and with initiatives like National Moth Week, more and more people are gaining an appreciation for moths. However, the adult forms of these insects are only the tip of a very large iceberg! Caterpillars are an intermediate life stage that display every bit of the beauty—and considerably more of the bizarre—of the more commonly encountered adults. This program will provide an introduction to finding and appreciating these often-overlooked marvels. Fee.
NEW JERSEY/In-Person Event
February 20
NPSNJ presents The Unfolding of Pat Sutton’s 44-year-old Wildlife Garden, Pomona
Filming by Ben Werner and Pat Sutton, supplemented by Pat’s spectacular photographs, covers all four seasons of 2021. The chronology showcases favorite visitors while also demonstrating how (and why) Pat maintains her wildlife habitat as she does. Among other tips, you will learn why she is a “hands-off” gardener once she has cleaned up and readied her garden in spring. This approach leaves much more time for appreciation and learning, time saved from deadheading, removing spent stems, moving plants, and so on. This is a live, in-person presentation, and Pat will be with us in the classroom to introduce the film and answer your questions afterward. If you have been to other presentations Pat has done for us, you know she loves to talk with fellow gardeners and naturalists of all levels and share her wisdom and experience.
EVERYWHERE!
February 20 – 26
National Invasive Species Awareness Week
North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) promotes state and local events and Awareness Weeks or Months utilizing the NISAW events page and social media channels.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
February 25
Virginia Forest Landowner Education Program presents Woods & Wildlife Conference, Culpeper
Over 10 million acres of Virginia’s woods are privately owned. The Woods & Wildlife Conferences provide information, tools, and personal contacts to help private woodland owners keep their woods, and the wildlife that live in them, healthy and productive. A variety of topics are offered to appeal to owners of both small and large tracts, and both new and experienced owners. These day-long conferences are held in February. To date, over 2,500 woodland owners have attended a Woods & Wildlife Conference. Fee.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
February 26
Friends of Hollin Hills presents: Doug Tallamy’s Nature’s Best Hope, Alexandria
Doug Tallamy addresses the need for all of us to participate in restoring our natural world. Global insect declines and 3,000,000,000 fewer birds in North American are a bleak reality check about how ineffective our current landscape designs have been at sustaining the plants and animals that sustain us. To create landscapes that enhance local ecosystems rather than degrade them, we must 1) remove invasives and 2) add native plant communities that sustain food webs, sequester carbon, maintain diverse native been communities and manage our watersheds. If we do this in half the area now in lawn, we can create Homegrown National Park, a network of viable habitats throughout the US that will provide vital corridors connecting the natural areas that remain. This approach to conservation empowers everyone to play a significant role in the future of the natural world. It is also enormously satisfying and restorative for those who act. Wine reception & book signing. Fee.
PENNSYLVANIA/Online Sale (ON GOING)
February 1 – April 15
Manada Conservancy’s Annual Native Plant Sale, East Hanover Township Nature Park, Grantville
Our online native plant store is NOW OPEN for Spring 2023! Click here to shop through April 15. An in-person native plant event will be held on May 6 at our native plant nursery. Shop for plants not available through the online store. Pick up your online orders. Browse art vendors. Participate in activities for kids. Savor treats from food vendors. Meander the trail during a guided nature walk. Learn more about the Conservancy’s mission.
NEW JERSEY/In-Person & Virtual Event
March 4
Native Plant Society of New Jersey’s 2023 Annual Meeting, Toms River
The Native Plant Society of New Jersey welcomes you back you to our annual meeting, held in person for the first time since 2020 and, virtually on Zoom. Our focus is the elements: soil, water, air, and fire. Featured speakers are experts in each of these areas: Kristi MacDonald, Urban Biodiversity: The New Jersey Meadowlands; Becky Laboy, Soil: The Foundation of Life on Earth; Sam Droege, Wild Bees are Picky: How the 450 Native Bees in New Jersey Divide up the Plant World; Carlos Martinez Ramirez, The Fire Nation. Fee.
VIRGINIA/Online Ordering
March 7 — Pick up March 31 & April 1
Northern Virginia Soil & Water Conservation District’s Native Seedling Sale, Falls Church
The Northern Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District’s annual spring seedling sale makes low-cost bare-root native shrub and tree seedlings available to Northern Virginia residents. Orders for the 2023 Native Seedling Sale open on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 9:00am. The packages sell out quickly!
MINNESOTA/Virtual Event
March 7 – 9
Pollinator Friendly Alliance: Best Practices for Pollinators Summit 2023
Join us for three days of live conversation with a wealth of presenters and topics on ecologically sound land stewardship practices that promote pollinators, climate resilience, clean water and lands. Summit topics provide practical knowledge and innovation on pesticide reduction, habitat installation, climate resilience and more. Who should attend: Land stewards (private, public, community, county, state), policymakers, public works, environmental & parks commissions, conservation planners, roadside managers, parks & trails managers, community leaders, public & private area landscapers, conservationists, and educators. Join every talk, or attend just your favorites: All three days $50.
NEW YORK/In-Person Event
March 7
North Shore Land Alliance presents Nature’s Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation That Starts in Your Yard, Oyster Bay
North Shore Land Alliance and North Country Garden Club are pleased to present Doug Tallamy, Chair of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware – a rock star in his field. Professor Tallamy will discuss his book “Nature’s Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation That Starts in Your Yard.” This New York Times bestseller urges homeowners to take conservation into their own hands by turning their yards into conservation corridors that provide wildlife habitats. Tallamy argues that empowering each of us to do our part to support nature in our backyards may just be nature’s best hope for survival. Tallamy will discuss simple steps that each of us can and must take to reverse declining biodiversity. No fee; registration required.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Sales & Pickup (ON GOING)
March 12
Earth Sangha Wild Plant Nursery Opening, Springfield
The Wild Plant Nursery is a unique resource for ecological restoration in the greater Washington, DC, area. The nursery is the region’s most comprehensive source of local, wild native-plant material (“local ecotypes”). The use of local ecotypes is a standard best practice in ecological restoration because that helps to safeguard genetic diversity and local adaptation in the species planted. The nursery is currently working with about 340 species, some uncommon or rare in the wild in this region. How to Buy Plants: Here’s our updated inventory (www.earthsangha.org/wpnlist). Initially, we’ll mainly have woodies available, but as Spring progresses we’ll continue to update our inventory as species break dormancy or are ready to come out of the greenhouse. In-person Shopping: This year we’ll be open for in-person shopping on Sundays, by appointment, from 9am to 2pm, starting on March 12th. We’ll have materials on native-plant communities and specific species available. While we’re still getting the Wild Plant Nursery ready for Spring, you can sign up now: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904044daeab28abfe3-selfservice#/ Contactless Curbside Pick-up: Starting on March 16th, we’ll also have our contactless curbside pick-up option available.
NEW JERSEY/Virtual Event
March 15
NPSNJ presents Uli Lorimer, Native Plants for Your Garden: Creating a Wildlife Habitat in Your Own Backyard
Uli is the author of The Northeast Native Plant Primer: 235 Plants for an Earth-Friendly Garden, published by Native Plant Trust and Timber Press in May 2022. This essential handbook provides a guide to selecting native trees, shrubs, wildflowers, and groundcovers that will increase the ecological value of your garden by creating habitat for wildlife and supporting at-risk pollinators and other beneficial insects. No fee.
MARYLAND/Online & In-Person Sale (ON GOING)
March 16
Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery Opening, Baltimore
Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery specializes in plants native to the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Our non-profit native plant Nursery in Maryland offers more than 400 local species of trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, and more.Native plants are a feast for both our eyes and our planet. They help provide clean water, healthy soils, beautiful landscapes, and so much more. We strive to offer beautiful and durable plants that benefit and our local landscapes.
WASHINGTON DC/Virtual Event
March 25
Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay: Riversmart Homes Rebate Rain Barrel Training
In this workshop, you’ll learn about the biggest stormwater issues in the District and how both the Alliance and DOEE are working to solve them. We’ll go over what rain barrels are, their stormwater benefits, and the basics of installation. We’ll also cover the RiverSmart Homes Rain Barrel Rebate Program, in which District residents can install a qualifying rain barrel on their property and then apply for a rebate of $2 per gallon of water the barrel collects. This workshop is open to anybody interested in learning more about stormwater and rain barrels in the District, including contractors, community members, etc. No fee.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
March 24
10th Annual Shenandoah Valley Plant Symposium 2023, Waynesboro
This year’s event will be held at the beautiful Wayne Theatre in Downtown Waynesboro! We’ve been listening to your feedback and we want your SVPS experience to be the best it can be. The Wayne offers state-of-the-art audio, visual, and lighting equipment which will bring presentations to life ensuring a pleasing experience for all who attend from the first speaker to the last! Featuring: Felder Rushing – The Gestalt Gardener (NPR), horticulturist, writer, and author; Heather Holm – Biologist, pollinator conservationist, and award-winning author; Kelly D. Norris – Plantsman, designer, and award-winning author; Yolima Carr – The Elizabeth River Project @ Paradise Creek Nature Park. Fee.
WASHINGTON DC/In-Person Event
March 25
36th annual Lahr Native Plant Symposium & Plant Sale, Washington DC
What do George Washington, the National Arboretum’s bonsai curators, and several of the region’s grassland restoration experts and landscape designers have in common? An appreciation of the ecosystem services provided by native plants and a commitment to their conservation. Learn from our line-up of native plant professionals about efforts to reestablish beautiful and unusual habitats and how we can successfully manage and design our cultivated landscapes. The 36th Lahr Native Plant Symposium provides inspiration from the wild and practical advice for our gardens. Fee.
MARYLAND/In-Person Event
March 26
Chesapeake Native Open House Sale, Upper Marlboro
Chesapeake Natives grows local ecotype native species (LENS) from native seed gathered in the wild in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. LENS have coevolved with insects in the Bay ecosystem and so bloom at the times best for local populations, maximizing their contribution to the food web. Come out to Chesapeake Natives’ Nursery in beautiful Rosaryville State Park on Sunday March 26th from 10AM-2PM for our first Open House Sale of 2023! Our fabulous volunteers will be available at the sale to help you find the right native plants for your space. Please note, the entrance to the nursery is at 9640 Rosaryville Road.
MARYLAND/Virtual Event
March 30
Interfaith Partners for the Chesapeake: Trees for Sacred Places-How to Care for Your Trees!
IPC are proud partners with Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay and Casey Trees in our Trees for Sacred Places program. We work with congregations across the bay region to help increase tree canopy, reduce stormwater runoff, mitigate flooding, and add beauty to their grounds. This project aims to address an array of challenges, including carbon sequestration, improved air and water quality, and reduction of urban heat island effects through the Chesapeake Bay Trust’s Urban Tree Planting initiative. In this webinar you’ll hear directly from the experts in the field. They’ll give the details on what trees need to be healthy. You’ll learn about how regular tree maintenance encourages healthy tree growth and can increase the production of flowers and fruits. Find out about signs you should look to ensure the longevity of your trees. Trees are the most valuable part of your landscape, so come learn all about the range and importance of nature’s wonder. No fee.
MARYLAND/Online & In-Person Sale (ON GOING)
Continuing….
Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery, Baltimore
Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery specializes in plants native to the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Our non-profit native plant Nursery in Maryland offers more than 400 local species of trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, and more.Native plants are a feast for both our eyes and our planet. They help provide clean water, healthy soils, beautiful landscapes, and so much more. We strive to offer beautiful and durable plants that benefit and our local landscapes.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Sales & Pickup (ON GOING)
Continuing….
Earth Sangha Wild Plant Nursery, Springfield
The Wild Plant Nursery is a unique resource for ecological restoration in the greater Washington, DC, area. The nursery is the region’s most comprehensive source of local, wild native-plant material (“local ecotypes”). The use of local ecotypes is a standard best practice in ecological restoration because that helps to safeguard genetic diversity and local adaptation in the species planted. The nursery is currently working with about 340 species, some uncommon or rare in the wild in this region. How to Buy Plants: Here’s our updated inventory (www.earthsangha.org/wpnlist). Initially, we’ll mainly have woodies available, but as Spring progresses we’ll continue to update our inventory as species break dormancy or are ready to come out of the greenhouse. In-person Shopping: This year we’ll be open for in-person shopping on Sundays, by appointment, from 9am to 2pm, starting on March 12th. We’ll have materials on native-plant communities and specific species available. While we’re still getting the Wild Plant Nursery ready for Spring, you can sign up now: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904044daeab28abfe3-selfservice#/ Contactless Curbside Pick-up: Starting on March 16th, we’ll also have our contactless curbside pick-up option available.
PENNSYLVANIA/Online Sale (ON GOING)
February 1 – April 15
Manada Conservancy’s Annual Native Plant Sale, East Hanover Township Nature Park, Grantville
Our online native plant store is NOW OPEN for Spring 2023! Click here to shop through April 15. An in-person native plant event will be held on May 6 at our native plant nursery. Shop for plants not available through the online store. Pick up your online orders. Browse art vendors. Participate in activities for kids. Savor treats from food vendors. Meander the trail during a guided nature walk. Learn more about the Conservancy’s mission.
MARYLAND/Virtual Event
April 3 – June 13
University of Maryland Ext.: The Woods in Your Backyard online course
Registration for the Spring session of University of Maryland Extension’s “The Woods in Your Backyard” online course is now open. Our self-directed, non-credit course runs 10 weeks from April 3rd to June 13th, 2023. The course will help landowners convert lawn to natural areas and enhance stewardship of existing natural areas. Based on the guide of the same name, the course provides strategies to landowners and managers of small parcels of land that improve the stewardship of their property for personal enjoyment and environmental quality. It uses a hands-on learning approach to help participants develop and implement a plan for their property. Activities include how to map habitat areas, understand basic ecological principles about woodland and wildlife, choose and implement a few habitat management projects, and how to set a timetable and record your progress. Online discussion groups will allow participants to interact with others taking the course. A certificate of completion is awarded when all assignments are completed. Fee.
NEW JERSEY/Online Sale with Local Pickup
April 3 – 28
Great Swamp Watershed Association 2023 Native Plant Sale
The Great Swamp Watershed Association Native Plant Sale provides a full selection of attractively priced native perennials and simple guidance for planting delightfully alive pollinator gardens that will thrive with minimal care. The sale is operated with the promotion and volunteers from Community Plant Sale Partners that include ten towns and seven community organizations. Our joint goal is to foster broad adoption of native plant gardens across our area to create necessary habitat for the pollinator insects and bird communities that are foundation elements of our local ecosystem– pooling our private yards to create what the popular lecturer and entomologist Doug Tallamy describes as a Homegrown National Park™.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
April 5
The VNPS Potowmack Chapter monthly Native Plant Sale at Green Spring Gardens, Alexandria
VNPS First Wednesday Plant Sales are from 10am to 1pm at our propagation beds across the driveway behind the Horticulture Center. Our knowledgeable Propagation Bed Volunteers are looking forward to visiting with you and helping you select the right plants for your environment. Cash or check only, please. VNPS Potowmac Chapter: https://vnps.org/potowmack/.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
April 8
Bluebell Festival at Riverbend Park, Great Falls
Celebrate the Virginia Bluebells that carpet the early spring forest at Riverbend Park! Enjoy wildflower walks, live animals, exhibitors, live music, crafts and food trucks. Sponsored by the Fairfax County Park Authority. Save time and money by registering online. Fee.
VIRGINIA/Virtual Event
April 10
Blue Ridge Prism Invasive Plant Online Workshop
Our online workshop will provide an introduction to invasive plants and will help you to identify different species for the spring and summer. This session will take place via Zoom and will include a Q&A period with PRISM experts. Fee.
PENNSYLVANIA/In-Person Event
April 13
Manada Conservancy: Converting the Traditional Landscape into a Pollinator Paradise, Hummelstown
Lawn conversion is a popular topic these days. Heather Andrews (local author, photographer, and speaker) will share tips for converting your landscape into a sustainable pollinator haven that is suitable for birds, wildlife and pollinators, and safe for your family… using native alternatives. To register for this free educational program, email [email protected] or call 717-566-4122.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
April 15
Colonial Beach Osprey Festival 2023, Colonial Beach
The Virginia Osprey Festival is one of the largest festivals of its kind celebrating the osprey’s annual return to Colonial Beach, birdwatching and the area’s abundant natural resources. The 2023 festival will be bigger and better than 2022 and we know the 2022 festival was pretty awesome. Fee.
NEW JERSEY/Virtual Event
April 13
Native Plant Society of NJ: Who’s in Your Garden? The life and times of insects and others all around us
Ever wonder what’s crawling, flying, and eating their way through your garden? Many of us use native plants to attract butterflies and bees, but what else might you find and what does that mean? Join Randi Eckel, PhD Entomology as she identifies the insects found in your garden and offers a glimpse into their lives and ecological value. No fee.
VIRGINIA/Virtual Event
April 19
Blue Ridge Prism: All About Callery Pear
Callery pear is one of the most rapidly spreading invasive plants in the eastern United States and often stems from cultivars of ornamental pears (most commonly the Bradford pear). Doug Tallamy calls the Callery pear one of the worst threats to our forests. Dr. David Coyle will take us through the history of Callery pear, how and why it got to the United States, and its current infestation status. He will talk about the applied research he’s done to demonstrate ecological impacts as well as discuss some management strategies that do (and do not) work to mitigate and manage its spread. No fee.
NEW JERSEY/In-Person Event
April 21 (Members) & 22 (General Public)
Pinelands Preservation Alliance Spring Native Plant Sale, Southampton
Get wild with native plants this spring! Native plants are great for your yard and for wildlife but they can be hard to find. We can help. Find plants native to the Pine Barrens and South Jersey at our spring native plant sale. You can visit our gift shop or take a tour of the Rancocas Creek Farm. There will be tables hosted by local organizations such as Pinelands Adventures, Rancocas Creek Farm, Landscape Makeover Table, and more TBA. There will be many opportunities to learn more about actions you can take to protect the Pinelands!
EVERYWHERE!
April 22
Earth Day 2023: Invest in Our Planet
EARTHDAY.ORG (EDO), the global organizer of Earth Day and the largest recruiter of environmental movements worldwide, announced today the theme for Earth Day 2023 – “Invest in Our Planet.” Acting as a continuation of this year’s well-received campaign, the theme is focused on engaging governments, institutions, businesses, and the more than 1 billion citizens who participate annually in Earth Day to do their part – everyone accounted for, everyone accountable. “In 2023 we must come together again in partnership for the planet. Businesses, governments, and civil society are equally responsible for taking action against the climate crisis and lighting the spark to accelerate change towards a green, prosperous, and equitable future. We must join together in our fight for the green revolution, and for the health of future generations. The time is now to Invest In Our Planet,” said Kathleen Rogers, President of EARTHDAY.ORG.
MARYLAND/In-Person Event
April 22
Assateague State Park Pollinator Festival, Berlin
Help us welcome spring by planting native plant species in our pollinator garden and learn from our local vendors! Bring your friends and family and join us for this FREE event. Festivities will be held at Assateague State Park Marina located on the left side of Route 611, just before the bridge to Assateague Island.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
April 22
Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s Spring Native Plant Sale, Leesburg
Native plants add beauty and interest to your garden year round and provide important habitat for wildlife. Our Native Plant Sale is the place to buy spring-blooming flowers, vines, trees, shrubs and ferns from four local native plant nurseries. The Sale will be staffed by volunteers knowledgeable about native plants who can advise you on selecting natives for your garden. In addition to selling plants, the Sale provides an opportunity to learn about some of Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s programs and how you can volunteer for them. Our Wild Shop will be there with books, T shirts, mugs and other merchandise for sale.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
April 28 & 29
US Fish & Wildlife Service: Great Dismay Swamp Birding Festival
The Great Dismal Swamp Birding Festival returns on April 28-29, with its annual celebration of spring migration. The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) is proud to be a partner on this event, which will take place at the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge in Suffolk. Enjoy programs ranging from guided bird walks, bus tours, and nature walks to exhibitors, children’s activities, and talks by experts. DWR will be one of the exhibitors and is leading an introductory bird walk for beginners. Our Non-game Bird Conservation Biologist will give a talk: “The Butcher Bird: Conservation of the Loggerhead Shrike in Virginia.” The entire festival is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is required for all walks, tours, and presentations. Registration will close April 27 by 4:00pm. We hope to see you there!
PENNSYLVANIA/In-Person Event
April 29
Wildwood Park’s Wetlands Festival, Harrisburg
Wetlands Festival is a time to honor Wildwood Park’s treasured wetlands. Join us for a day of free, fun, and educational activities with special musical guests. Enjoy wildlife exhibits, walks, and various local and regional environmental organizations. Interact with live animals and make crafts to take home! There is something for everyone!
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
April 29
Northern Alexandria Native Plant Sale, Alexandria
The purpose of this sale is to promote native plant gardening in our neighborhoods because gardening with natives is better for our watershed, our woodlands, and our wildlife, especially birds. Bringing together many growers selling a variety of plants makes it easier for neighborhood gardeners to find quality plants and encourages a greater demand for natives in the nursery industry. Nursery vendors from Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania will be at the sale.
MARYLAND/Online & In-Person Sale (ON GOING)
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Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery, Baltimore
Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery specializes in plants native to the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Our non-profit native plant Nursery in Maryland offers more than 400 local species of trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, and more.Native plants are a feast for both our eyes and our planet. They help provide clean water, healthy soils, beautiful landscapes, and so much more. We strive to offer beautiful and durable plants that benefit and our local landscapes.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Sales & Pickup (ON GOING)
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Earth Sangha Wild Plant Nursery, Springfield
The Wild Plant Nursery is a unique resource for ecological restoration in the greater Washington, DC, area. The nursery is the region’s most comprehensive source of local, wild native-plant material (“local ecotypes”). The use of local ecotypes is a standard best practice in ecological restoration because that helps to safeguard genetic diversity and local adaptation in the species planted. The nursery is currently working with about 340 species, some uncommon or rare in the wild in this region. How to Buy Plants: Here’s our updated inventory (www.earthsangha.org/wpnlist). Initially, we’ll mainly have woodies available, but as Spring progresses we’ll continue to update our inventory as species break dormancy or are ready to come out of the greenhouse. In-person Shopping: This year we’ll be open for in-person shopping on Sundays, by appointment, from 9am to 2pm, starting on March 12th. We’ll have materials on native-plant communities and specific species available. While we’re still getting the Wild Plant Nursery ready for Spring, you can sign up now: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904044daeab28abfe3-selfservice#/ Contactless Curbside Pick-up: Starting on March 16th, we’ll also have our contactless curbside pick-up option available.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
May 3
The VNPS Potowmack Chapter monthly Native Plant Sale at Green Spring Gardens, Alexandria
VNPS First Wednesday Plant Sales are from 10am to 1pm at our propagation beds across the driveway behind the Horticulture Center. Our knowledgeable Propagation Bed Volunteers are looking forward to visiting with you and helping you select the right plants for your environment. Cash or check only, please. VNPS Potowmac Chapter: https://vnps.org/potowmack/.
DELAWARE/In-Person Event
May 5 (Members) & 6 (Public)
Delaware Nature Society: Spring 2023 Native Plant Sale, Greenville
Shop our Spring 2023 Native Plant Sale for plants for a variety of growing conditions that help you Garden for Water and Wildlife.
DELAWARE/In-Person Event
May 6
Water Family Fest & Native Plant Sale, Ocean View
DNREC and the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays host an annual Water Family Fest and Native Plant Sale at the James Farm Ecological Preserve, in Ocean View. The Water Family Fest and Native Plant Sale, which started in 2019, is free and family-friendly. It features “feet-wet, hands-dirty fun,” outdoor recreation and educational opportunities, multiple exhibits, food trucks, and a native plant sale. Organizations and nonprofits will be at James Farm the entire span of the festival so attendees can take their time exploring activities and exhibits. Local plant nurseries will be there to answer questions on the importance of native species and will have a variety of native plants for sale to the public. Educational exhibits will help people explore environmental topics such as seagrass, shellfish, waves, beaches, wetlands, tax ditches, rain gardens, and more.
PENNSYLVANIA/In-Person Event
May 6
Manada Conservancy 23rd Annual Native Plant Sale, Grantville
Shop our wide selection of Manada-grown native plants, which provide food and habitat for the diverse creatures that are a part of a healthy ecosystem. Other features include art vendors, additional native plant vendors, food vendors, live music, and guided nature walks. Held at the East Hanover Twp. Nature Park (328 N. Crawford Rd, Grantville)
MARYLAND/In-Person Event
May 6 & 7
Friends of Black Hill Nature Center 2023 Native Plant Sale, Boyds
The 2023 FOBHNP Annual Native Plant Sale will be in-person only and held on May 6 & 7. Anyone wishing to purchase plants will be required to sign up online (in advance of the sale) and reserve their in-person shopping time (each slot will be a half hour). The reason for this is to ensure that customers do not exceed the capacity of volunteers at the sale and that the limited parking at the horse barn (where we expect to host the sale again in 2023) is not overwhelmed.
MARYLAND/In-Person Event
May 7
Howard County Native Plant Palooza
Shop our annual, outdoor native plant sale! Select from a large variety of shrubs, wildflowers, ground covers, trees, and edible native plants. Native plants are more tolerant to local climate, pest species and soil nutrients and require less water, fertilizer and pesticides while providing food and habitat for local species of butterflies, insects and birds. Vendors support Robinson Nature Center through donations.
MARYLAND/In-Person Event
May 13
Mountain Maryland 7th Annual Native Plant Festival, New Germany State Park
Discover the important connection between native plants, people, & wildlife! A large variety of native plants & nature-themed artwork for sale! Scheduled programs & activities highlight native plants & biodiversity! Local experts answer questions on native plants & other conservation topics!
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
May 13 — Save the Date!
Mason Neck Park Annual Eagle Festival, Lorton
Come to Mason Neck State Park on Saturday May 13 for the Eagle Festival — a day filled with special presentations, shows, and interactive exhibits by environmental organizations. Parking and admission are free! Secret Garden Birds and Bees, a long-time park favorite, will have two programs with live raptors. There will also be puppet shows for young and old, and programs on reptiles and amphibians. You’ll be entertained by two live bands, and costumed characters will roam the festival grounds. And if you get hungry, the Lions Club will have food and drinks for sale and the Scoops2U food truck will be there with ice cream and sweets.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
May 13
Prince William Wildflower Society Annual Native Plant Sale, Manassas
We are planning to hold our chapter plant sale on the customary Saturday, May 13 before Mother’s Day this year. There will be a variety of native plants, shrubs, and trees for sale. Most have been shared from member’s gardens, but this year there will be inexpensive nursery plugs of some species available as well.
MARYLAND/In-Person Event
May 20
Irvine Nature Center’s Native Plant Sale & Workshop, Owings Mills
We’re thrilled to offer a morning of in-person, outdoor, hands-on learning, focused on NATIVE PLANTS. THE SALE: The plant sale will be open to the public beginning promptly at 9AM, ending at 1:30PM. Come explore many native varieties from four area nurseries and get guidance from professionals on what will work best for your garden conditions. A huge variety of native ferns, perennials, and woody plants to choose from. Free Admission & Parking all day. THE WORKSHOP: Expand your native plant knowledge! Whether you want to learn about native species, hone your plant identification skills, use natives to attract pollinators, solve problem areas in your yard, or refresh your landscaping in exciting new ways… there is a session for you. Participate in one, two or three sessions, plus take time to shop for native plants to bring home. Preview the workshop schedule HERE to learn more. Registering for three sessions will save you an additional $10 on your total workshop fees AND grant you exclusive early access to the plant sale from 8-9AM. Workshop fee.
MARYLAND/Online & In-Person Sale (ON GOING)
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Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery, Baltimore
Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery specializes in plants native to the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Our non-profit native plant Nursery in Maryland offers more than 400 local species of trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, and more.Native plants are a feast for both our eyes and our planet. They help provide clean water, healthy soils, beautiful landscapes, and so much more. We strive to offer beautiful and durable plants that benefit and our local landscapes.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Sales & Pickup (ON GOING)
Continuing….
Earth Sangha Wild Plant Nursery, Springfield
The Wild Plant Nursery is a unique resource for ecological restoration in the greater Washington, DC, area. The nursery is the region’s most comprehensive source of local, wild native-plant material (“local ecotypes”). The use of local ecotypes is a standard best practice in ecological restoration because that helps to safeguard genetic diversity and local adaptation in the species planted. The nursery is currently working with about 340 species, some uncommon or rare in the wild in this region. How to Buy Plants: Here’s our updated inventory (www.earthsangha.org/wpnlist). Initially, we’ll mainly have woodies available, but as Spring progresses we’ll continue to update our inventory as species break dormancy or are ready to come out of the greenhouse. In-person Shopping: This year we’ll be open for in-person shopping on Sundays, by appointment, from 9am to 2pm, starting on March 12th. We’ll have materials on native-plant communities and specific species available. While we’re still getting the Wild Plant Nursery ready for Spring, you can sign up now: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904044daeab28abfe3-selfservice#/ Contactless Curbside Pick-up: Starting on March 16th, we’ll also have our contactless curbside pick-up option available.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
June 7
The VNPS Potowmack Chapter monthly Native Plant Sale at Green Spring Gardens, Alexandria
VNPS First Wednesday Plant Sales are from 10am to 1pm at our propagation beds across the driveway behind the Horticulture Center. Our knowledgeable Propagation Bed Volunteers are looking forward to visiting with you and helping you select the right plants for your environment. Cash or check only, please. VNPS Potowmac Chapter: https://vnps.org/potowmack/.
NORTH AMERICA!
June 15
Nature Photography Day!
Each year, June 15 is designated by the North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA) to promote the enjoyment of nature photography, and to explain how images are used to advance the cause of conservation and protect plants, wildlife, and landscapes both locally and globally.
EVERYWHERE!
June 19 – 25
Pollinator Week!
Thank You for Celebrating Pollinator Week with Us! Pollinator Week is an annual celebration in support of pollinator health that was initiated and is managed by Pollinator Partnership. It is a time to raise awareness for pollinators and spread the word about what we can do to protect them. The great thing about Pollinator Week is that you can celebrate and get involved any way you like! Popular events include planting for pollinators, hosting garden tours, participating in online bee and butterfly ID workshops, and so much more. However you choose to celebrate this year, be sure to register your event on the map below, and share your story with us by tagging us on social media using the hashtag #PollinatorWeek.
MARYLAND/Online & In-Person Sale (ON GOING)
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Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery, Baltimore
Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery specializes in plants native to the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Our non-profit native plant Nursery in Maryland offers more than 400 local species of trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, and more.Native plants are a feast for both our eyes and our planet. They help provide clean water, healthy soils, beautiful landscapes, and so much more. We strive to offer beautiful and durable plants that benefit and our local landscapes.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
July 5
The VNPS Potowmack Chapter monthly Native Plant Sale at Green Spring Gardens, Alexandria
VNPS First Wednesday Plant Sales are from 10am to 1pm at our propagation beds across the driveway behind the Horticulture Center. Our knowledgeable Propagation Bed Volunteers are looking forward to visiting with you and helping you select the right plants for your environment. Cash or check only, please. VNPS Potowmac Chapter: https://vnps.org/potowmack/.
MARYLAND/In-Person & Virtual Event
July 13
Homegrown National Park with Douglas Tallamy, Westminster
Join Douglas Tallamy, author of Nature’s Best Hope, for a virtual presentation on Homegrown National Park®, a grassroots call-to-action to regenerate biodiversity and ecosystem function. As individuals, we can create diverse ecosystems in our yards, communities, and surrounding lands by reducing lawn, planting native plants, and removing non-native invasive species. The initial goal of HNP® is to create a national movement to restore 20 million acres with native plants, an area representing ½ of what is currently privately-owned lawn. We are at a critical point where we are losing so many native plant and animal species that our natural life support is in jeopardy. However, if many people make small changes, we can restore healthy ecological networks and weather the changes ahead. Registrants can choose whether to attend this event virtually or in person as part of a watch party at Exploration Commons at 50 East. EC50 attendees will be joined by moderator and Carroll County Master Gardener Laura O’Callaghan and will be eligible for prize drawings. No fee.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
July 18
Nature Night: Welcome Fireflies!, Wolf Trap National Park, Vienna
Dark Sky Friends & Wolf Trap National Park invite you to Welcome the Fireflies! with Alonso Abugattas, Jr, “The Capital Naturalist.” Alonso will shine the light on firefly species, the science about why these bugs’ bums light-up through bioluminescence and how others use pheromones to locate mates. Why the role of water quality, soil conditions and dark sky are important and how we can help protect their habitats. Please avoid wearing bug spray. Cover flash lights in red film (provided at the Park). Bring your favorite beverage/snacks and your curiosity. This is an outdoor event so please dress accordingly and wear appropriate shoes for uneven ground. Event will proceed rain or shine. No fee.
Mid-Atlantic/Virtual Event
July 20
Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay: Converting Lawn to Native Meadow Habitat
Lawns are ubiquitous on our modern landscape, but offer little value for conservation and can contribute to stormwater issues. Many people are interested in lawn alternatives to reduce their carbon and stormwater footprints while accommodating and enjoying native flora and fauna around the house. Join Ryan Davis, Senior Forests Projects Manager, to learn about meadow ecology and how to convert areas of lawn to meadow habitat. No fee.
VIRGINIA/Virtual Event
July 24
Celebrate National Moth Week!
Join Judy Gallagher for a virtual workshop on moths, to celebrate National Moth Week (NMW), July 22-30. Did you know that many adult moths eat nectar but others don’t eat at all as adults? “Moth-ers” of all ages and abilities are encouraged to join this workshop to help learn about, observe, and document moths in your backyards, parks, and neighborhoods. NMW offers everyone, everywhere a unique opportunity to become a citizen scientist and contribute scientific data about moths. Through partnership with major online biological data depositories, NMW participants around the globe can help map moth distribution and provide needed information on other aspects of their life history. Judy Gallagher is a member of the ASNV board, and, although she loves birding, she is most passionate about documenting insects and spiders and their behavior and environment through macro photography. FREE, but registration is required.
MARYLAND/In-Person Event
July 30
Chesapeake Natives Open House Native Plant Sale, Upper Marlboro
Come out to Chesapeake Natives Nursery in Rosaryville State Park on Sunday July 30th from 10AM-2PM for our next Open House Sale! We grow local ecotype native species (LENS) from native seed gathered in the wild in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. LENS have coevolved with insects in the Bay ecosystem and so bloom at the times best for local populations, maximizing their contribution to the food web.
MARYLAND/Online & In-Person Sale (ON GOING)
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Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery, Baltimore
Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery specializes in plants native to the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Our non-profit native plant Nursery in Maryland offers more than 400 local species of trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, and more.Native plants are a feast for both our eyes and our planet. They help provide clean water, healthy soils, beautiful landscapes, and so much more. We strive to offer beautiful and durable plants that benefit and our local landscapes.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Sales & Pickup
Continuing in late August….
Earth Sangha Wild Plant Nursery, Springfield
The Wild Plant Nursery is a unique resource for ecological restoration in the greater Washington, DC, area. The nursery is the region’s most comprehensive source of local, wild native-plant material (“local ecotypes”). The use of local ecotypes is a standard best practice in ecological restoration because that helps to safeguard genetic diversity and local adaptation in the species planted. The nursery is currently working with about 340 species, some uncommon or rare in the wild in this region. How to Buy Plants: Here’s our updated inventory (www.earthsangha.org/wpnlist). Initially, we’ll mainly have woodies available, but as Spring progresses we’ll continue to update our inventory as species break dormancy or are ready to come out of the greenhouse. In-person Shopping: This year we’ll be open for in-person shopping on Sundays, by appointment, from 9am to 2pm, starting on March 12th. We’ll have materials on native-plant communities and specific species available. While we’re still getting the Wild Plant Nursery ready for Spring, you can sign up now: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904044daeab28abfe3-selfservice#/ Contactless Curbside Pick-up: Starting on March 16th, we’ll also have our contactless curbside pick-up option available.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
August 2
The VNPS Potowmack Chapter monthly Native Plant Sale at Green Spring Gardens, Alexandria
VNPS First Wednesday Plant Sales are from 10am to 1pm at our propagation beds across the driveway behind the Horticulture Center. Our knowledgeable Propagation Bed Volunteers are looking forward to visiting with you and helping you select the right plants for your environment. Cash or check only, please. VNPS Potowmac Chapter: https://vnps.org/potowmack/.
MID-ATLANTIC/Virtual Event
August 17
Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay: DIY Rain Gardens
Rain gardens are a great way to infiltrate stormwater on your property to help keep your local streams clean! Join the Alliance’s Green Infrastructure Program Director, Jamie Alberti, to learn more about how to install a rain garden on your property. No fee.
PENNSYLVANIA/In-Person Event
August 17
Manada Conservancy Late Summer Native Plant Sale, Grantville
Did you miss our spring native plant sale? Mark your calendar for our late summer sale on August 17, 5-8pm. Our native plant sales are held at our native plant nursery, located within the East Hanover Township Nature Park at 328 N. Crawford Road, Grantville. The nursery is only open for sales during specific sale days each year.
MARYLAND/In-Person Event
August 26
Natural History Society of Maryland presents Be a Beaver Believer, Harford County
As masters of ecosystem engineering, the beavers’ amazing talent for dam construction makes them considered pests to many farmers and land owners. However, their role in the ecosystem proves useful in helping to manage water-related issues such as drought, flooding, and water pollution. Join us for a walk with Ranger Bill Curtis to learn how to read the signs of beaver activity. We will learn about the important role that beavers played in creating our modern American landscape and how other species depend on their work. We’ll also see a flow device–a great tool to help facilitate human-beaver coexistence. All ages are welcome to join us, including young naturalists, ages 5 and above. Fee.
MARYLAND/In-Person Event
August 26
Blue Water Baltimore/Herring Run Nursery: Rain Barrel Workshop, Baltimore
Learn how to build a rain barrel with our team! All tools and instructions are provided. You will only need to have something to cut a hole in your downspout when you get home (demonstration during workshop). Fee.
EVERYWHERE!/Virtual Event
August 31
Xerces Society: Meet the Beetles: Their greatest hits include pollination, soil health and more!
Beetles are one of the most diverse groups of insects on the planet and are endlessly fascinating. Join Jennifer Hopwood, Senior Pollinator Conservation Specialist with the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, to learn more about how beetles are helping us in myriad ways: contributing to soil health, controlling crop and garden pests, pollinating plants, and more. This event is co-hosted by the Ada Soil & Water Conservation District. No fee; registration required.
MARYLAND/Online & In-Person Sale (ON GOING)
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Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery, Baltimore
Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery specializes in plants native to the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Our non-profit native plant Nursery in Maryland offers more than 400 local species of trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, and more.Native plants are a feast for both our eyes and our planet. They help provide clean water, healthy soils, beautiful landscapes, and so much more. We strive to offer beautiful and durable plants that benefit and our local landscapes.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Sales & Pickup (ON GOING)
Continuing….
Earth Sangha Wild Plant Nursery, Springfield
The Wild Plant Nursery is a unique resource for ecological restoration in the greater Washington, DC, area. The nursery is the region’s most comprehensive source of local, wild native-plant material (“local ecotypes”). The use of local ecotypes is a standard best practice in ecological restoration because that helps to safeguard genetic diversity and local adaptation in the species planted. The nursery is currently working with about 340 species, some uncommon or rare in the wild in this region. How to Buy Plants: Here’s our updated inventory (www.earthsangha.org/wpnlist). Initially, we’ll mainly have woodies available, but as Spring progresses we’ll continue to update our inventory as species break dormancy or are ready to come out of the greenhouse. In-person Shopping: This year we’ll be open for in-person shopping on Sundays, by appointment, from 9am to 2pm, starting on March 12th. We’ll have materials on native-plant communities and specific species available. While we’re still getting the Wild Plant Nursery ready for Spring, you can sign up now: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904044daeab28abfe3-selfservice#/ Contactless Curbside Pick-up: Starting on March 16th, we’ll also have our contactless curbside pick-up option available.
EASTERN U.S./Virtual Event
September 6 thru November 14
University of Maryland Ext.: The Woods in Your Backyard
Are you looking to become a better manager of the land you own? Do you want to learn more about your property’s woodlands, such as ways to enhance wildlife habitat? The University of Maryland Extension’s “The Woods in Your Backyard” online course promotes the stewardship of small parcels of land for the personal enjoyment of their owners and for the improved environmental quality for society.
This course is for you if:
- you have 1–10 acres of land in the Eastern United States that is forested or has un-mowed natural areas, or
- you have a mowed lawn area that you want to turn into a woodland, or you are a land manager or part of a group that manages natural areas, such as a preserve or a community woodland.
One of the most effective ways you can improve water and air quality, wildlife habitat, and natural area health is by shifting areas of lawn into un-mowed natural areas or woodlands. Over a period of years, this will reduce the time you spend mowing your lawn and give you more time to enjoy your family, property, and hobbies. Our ten-week, non-credit, self-directed online course will teach you how to do this, without having to attend evening or weekend workshops. All you need is your computer, the provided publications, and the desire to become a better steward of the land. Fee.
New York/In-Person Event
September 4
Wild Gardens Nursery Native Fall Plant Sale, Cortlandt Manor
Our fall season opens with an in-person sale at the nursery on Monday, September 4th and Saturday, September 9th from 10am to 3pm. Most of our plants are grown from seed at our nursery. The rest are sourced from wholesalers NorthCreek, New Moon, Mid Atlantic Natives, and Hardscrabble Farms. Our fall season opens on Labor Day with in-person sales at the nursery (456 Croton Avenue, Cortlandt Manor, NY) on Sept. 4th and Sept. 9th. On-line orders (with scheduled on-site pickup) begin Sept. 12 and the online store will open at that time.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
September 6
The VNPS Potowmack Chapter monthly Native Plant Sale at Green Spring Gardens, Alexandria
VNPS First Wednesday Plant Sales are from 10am to 1pm at our propagation beds across the driveway behind the Horticulture Center. Our knowledgeable Propagation Bed Volunteers are looking forward to visiting with you and helping you select the right plants for your environment. Cash or check only, please. VNPS Potowmac Chapter: https://vnps.org/potowmack/.
MARYLAND/In-Person Event
September 9
Blue Water Baltimore 2023 Blue Water Bash, Baltimore
Blue Water Bash is the best of both worlds: 3 hours of celebration that also provides vital support for Blue Water Baltimore’s programs across the watershed. Help us ensure our clean water future by joining us at this year’s Blue Water Bash! Early Bird tickets will go be on sale until August 9th at 9 am ET.
New York/In-Person Event
September 9
Wild Gardens Nursery Native Fall Plant Sale, Cortlandt Manor
Our fall season opens with an in-person sale at the nursery on Monday, September 4th and Saturday, September 9th from 10am to 3pm. Most of our plants are grown from seed at our nursery. The rest are sourced from wholesalers NorthCreek, New Moon, Mid Atlantic Natives, and Hardscrabble Farms. Our fall season opens on Labor Day with in-person sales at the nursery (456 Croton Avenue, Cortlandt Manor, NY) on Sept. 4th and Sept. 9th. On-line orders (with scheduled on-site pickup) begin Sept. 12 and the online store will open at that time.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
September 9
Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy Fall Native Plant Sale, Leesburg
Did you know that fall is the best time to plant trees and shrubs and other perennials? A huge selection of native plants will be available from four native plant nurseries: Nature By Design, Hill House Farm & Nursery, Watermark Woods and Seven Bends Nursery. The Sale takes place at the visitor parking lot (access via main entrance on Old Waterford Road) and will be staffed by volunteers knowledgeable about native plants who can advise you on selecting natives for your garden. The Sale provides an opportunity to learn about some of Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s programs and how you can volunteer for them. Our Wild Shop will be there with books, T shirts, mugs and other merchandise for sale.
New Jersey/Virtual Event
September 20
Native Plant Society of New Jersey: Sustaining Wildlife in Fall & Winter Gardens
Deb Ellis, Chair of our Essex Chapter and lifelong environmental advocate, will share which flowers and shrubs are well-suited to sustain wildlife through fall and winter. We will also discuss modernizing fall cleanup, how “leaving the leaves” can nurture your garden, and how native plants can serve as a home and winter food source for pollinators and birds. No fee.
EVERYWHERE!/Virtual Event
September 21
Xerces Society: Fall Gardening for Pollinators: Creating a Resilient Garden for All Seasons
Emily May, Pollinator Conservation Specialist with the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, to talk about supporting pollinators and other wildlife in our yards and gardens through the changing seasons. Where do beneficial insects spend the winter? What does gardening for wildlife look like in the fall and winter? We’ll talk about building resilience into our yards and gardens and rethinking our fall/winter garden aesthetic to better understand and support the lives around us. No fee; registration required.
MID-ATLANTIC/Virtual Event
September 21
Scenic Rivers Land Trust: Landowner Workshop: Protecting Your Land from Invasive Plants
Invasive plants are a huge problem for landowners. We can help! Attend this FREE online workshop to learn about: the threat that invasive plant species pose to the long-term health of your land; how to identify the most common problem species in our area; and how to remove them — and tips to keep them under control (they’re tenacious!). Join us online for the first in a series of landowner workshops intended to help you steward your land. The workshop is FREE, but registration is required by September 20, 2023.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
September 23
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden: Power to the Pollinators: Gardening with Native Plants, Richmond
Discover the incredible world of native plants and their vital role in supporting our local pollinators! Instructors Clara Aus (Butterflies LIVE! Coordinator at the Garden) and Will Nelson (Digital Content Strategist at the Garden) will provide you with an understanding of native plant gardening, propagation and its positive impact on butterflies, bees and other essential pollinators. The class incorporates hands-on learning, including a walking tour of native plants in the Garden to observe pollinators in their natural habitat. Additionally, you’ll have the unique opportunity to explore the M&T Bank Butterflies LIVE! exhibit, gaining a deeper appreciation for the symbiotic relationship between native plants and pollinators. To kick-start your own native plant gardens for the fall, you’ll receive a selection of seeds and a plant that is native to the Richmond region. Fee.
MARYLAND/In-Person Event
September 24 — rescheduled to October 7
Chesapeake Natives Open House Sale, Upper Marlboro
We grow local ecotype native species (LENS) from native seed gathered in the wild in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. LENS have coevolved with insects in the Bay ecosystem and so bloom at the times best for local populations, maximizing their contribution to the food web. Come out to Chesapeake Natives Nursery in Rosaryville State Park on Sunday September 24th from 10AM-2PM for our next Open House Sale!
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
September 30
Northern Alexandria Native Plant Sale, Alexandria
The purpose of this sale is to promote native plant gardening in our neighborhoods because gardening with natives is better for our watershed, our woodlands, and our wildlife, especially birds. Bringing together many growers selling a variety of plants makes it easier for neighborhood gardeners to find quality plants and encourages a greater demand for natives in the nursery industry. Nursery vendors from Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania will be at the sale.
MARYLAND/Online & In-Person Sale (ON GOING)
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Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery, Baltimore
Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery specializes in plants native to the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Our non-profit native plant Nursery in Maryland offers more than 400 local species of trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, and more.Native plants are a feast for both our eyes and our planet. They help provide clean water, healthy soils, beautiful landscapes, and so much more. We strive to offer beautiful and durable plants that benefit and our local landscapes.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Sales & Pickup (ON GOING)
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Earth Sangha Wild Plant Nursery, Springfield
The Wild Plant Nursery is a unique resource for ecological restoration in the greater Washington, DC, area. The nursery is the region’s most comprehensive source of local, wild native-plant material (“local ecotypes”). The use of local ecotypes is a standard best practice in ecological restoration because that helps to safeguard genetic diversity and local adaptation in the species planted. The nursery is currently working with about 340 species, some uncommon or rare in the wild in this region. How to Buy Plants: Here’s our updated inventory (www.earthsangha.org/wpnlist). Wild Plant Nursery Hours: We’re excited to announce that we are no longer are requiring appointments to shop at the Wild Plant Nursery! Drop by on Sundays from 9am to 1pm to shop to your hearts content. Our staff will be on hand to answer questions and talk plants! The Wild Plant Nursery is open from mid-March to the Sunday before Thanksgiving (11/19).
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
October 1
Earth Sangha’s Fall Open House & Native Plant Sale, Springfield
At long last, we’re excited to announce the return of the Earth Sangha’s seasonal open house and plant sales! No appointment necessary! Join us at the Wild Plant Nursery to shop the DC region’s most comprehensive source of local ecotype, native plants AND learn about grassroots conservation efforts by our partners like the Virginia Native Plant Society, Plant NOVA Natives, local “Friends of” groups, Master Naturalists, and more! For more information about the Wild Plant Nursery, species list, and directions visit earthsangha.org/wpn.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
October 4
The VNPS Potowmack Chapter monthly Native Plant Sale at Green Spring Gardens, Alexandria
VNPS First Wednesday Plant Sales are from 10am to 1pm at our propagation beds across the driveway behind the Horticulture Center. Our knowledgeable Propagation Bed Volunteers are looking forward to visiting with you and helping you select the right plants for your environment. Cash or check only, please. VNPS Potowmac Chapter: https://vnps.org/potowmack/.
MARYLAND/In-Person Event
October 7 — rescheduled from September 24
Chesapeake Natives Open House Sale, Upper Marlboro
We grow local ecotype native species (LENS) from native seed gathered in the wild in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. LENS have coevolved with insects in the Bay ecosystem and so bloom at the times best for local populations, maximizing their contribution to the food web. Come out to Chesapeake Natives Nursery in Rosaryville State Park from 10AM-2PM for our next Open House Sale!
VERMONT/Virtual Event
October 10
The Nature Museum presents The Nature of Oaks with Doug Tallamy
The long-lived oak trees supports more life-forms than any other tree in North America. Once we have decided to restore the ecological integrity of the land we own, we need to decide what plants to add to our properties. Oaks are superior trees for restoration projects because of their many ecological and aesthetic attributes. New York Times Bestselling author Doug Tallamy will compare oak species to other popular shade trees in terms of their ability to support animal diversity, protect watersheds, sequester carbon dioxide, and restore lost plant communities. Sliding scale fee.
Mid-West/Virtual Event
October 12
The Trouble With Garden Design
Ready for a presentation like no other? This will be a candid and honest (and uncomfortable) look at over one dozen projects by a natural garden designer, filled with hiccups galore that aren’t so much failures as opportunities to grow (more puns?). Don’t feel alone any longer! It’s likely the pros go through the same thing as you do. Maybe this will be a pity party — or maybe you’ll walk away with new management techniques to try based on our own trowel and error. You won’t want to miss this unique conversation! This webinar is hosted by Benjamin Vogt, owner of the design firm Monarch Gardens LLC and author of the best-selling Prairie Up: An Introduction to Natural Garden Design. Fee.
Eastern North America/Virtual Event
October 12
Creating & Managing Landscapes for Native Bees with Heather Holm
Learn about pollen specialists, the presentation of floral resources, and how the physical characteristics of bees can influence their effectiveness as pollinators. Heather will also discuss ways to manage landscapes to enhance bee diversity, plant selection considerations, and ultimately how to think like a bee! Please note that this webinar will be live only. Live webinars have a registration limit, so reserve your spot early. Join Heather Holm as she explores the nesting habitats, life cycles, pollen collection, brood rearing, and general characteristics of some of the most common native bees in eastern North America, while highlighting the pollination of native plants and the mutualism between native plants and native bees. No fee. Time is CT.
MARYLAND/In-Person Event
October 19
Howard County Conservancy: A World of Discovery with Nancy Lawson: Uncovering How Plants and Animals Communicate, Woodstock
Our outdoor surroundings are vibrant realms, places where many languages are spoken, sometimes in sensory alphabets we humans have only just begun to decipher. Much has been written about gardening for human senses, but how do plants and animals perceive the world around them? Through science, heart, and our powers of observation, we can learn to create sensory refuges for the increasingly displaced flora and fauna that share our world. Join author Nancy Lawson, the Humane Gardener, as she discusses her insightful and personal exploration of the secret lives of animals and plants. This talk covers topics from Nancy’s new book, Wildscape: Trilling Chipmunks, Beckoning Blooms, Salty Butterflies, and Other Sensory Wonders of Nature. A Likely Story bookstore will be selling Lawson’s books. $5 fee.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Event
October 21
Henrico County’s Plant Native! Festival, Glen Allen
Keep Henrico Beautiful will host the Plant NATIVE! Festival at Meadow Farm at Crump Park on Saturday, Oct. 21 at 10 a.m. The festival will celebrate the benefits of native plants with a special emphasis on fall planting. There will be a vendor fair and many organizations like the Henricopolis Soil and Water Conservation District, James River Association and the Sierra Club will provide information. Speakers under the big tent include Nancy Lawson, author of “The Humane Gardener” and “Wildscape.” Admission is free. Rain or shine.
VIRGINIA/Virtual Event
October 24
Blue Ridge Prism’s Fall/Winter Invasive Plant Workshop: Identification
Our online workshop will provide an introduction to invasive plants and will help you to confidently identify different species in the autumn and winter seasons. This session will take place via Zoom and will include a Q&A period with PRISM experts. Cost: $10. This virtual session will be recorded. Those who register will receive access to the recording.
MARYLAND/Virtual Event
October 25
Sierra Club Maryland Chapter: An Evening with Native Wildlife Author Nancy Lawson
Please join us for a book discussion with Maryland master naturalist Nancy Lawson, author of the wonderfully enchanting books The Humane Gardener and Wildscape, Trilling Chipmunks, Beckoning Blooms, Salty Butterflies, and Other Sensory Wonders of Nature. Her books are a delight and open our senses to the little noticed wildlife world and complex ecosystem that exists even in our backyards. One can’t help but feel respect for a cricket that crafts a leaf into a megaphone to amplify his sound or a caterpillar that carefully creates unique camouflage using petals from select flowers each day. Be charmed by the frogs, chipmunks and birds that regularly accept Nancy into their homes within her welcoming backyard designed by nature and Nancy to give these creatures what they need to make their way in this world. No fee.
NEW YORK/In-Person & Virtual Event
October 27
Doug Tallamy – Nature’s Best Hope: Conservation That Starts in Your Yard, Millbrook
Join Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies for an evening with renowned entomologist, ecologist, and best-selling author Doug Tallamy. He will discuss how we can create home landscapes that enhance local ecosystems, rather than degrade them – to serve as sustaining refuges for native plants and animals. Tallamy’s first book, Bringing Nature Home, awakened many to how “everyone with access to a patch of Earth can make a significant contribution toward sustaining biodiversity by simply choosing native plants.” Nature’s Best Hope is the next step in his vision for grassroots conservation. In it, Tallamy provides practical, effective, and achievable suggestions for how yards can be transformed into conservation corridors. Through individual action, he urges us to become part of the solution by shrinking lawns, planting natives, restoring beneficial insects, and creating connectivity. Free and open to all, this program is co-sponsored by the Millbrook Garden Club. Registration via Eventbrite is required; there are separate signups for virtual and in-person attendance.
MARYLAND/Online & In-Person Sale (ON GOING)
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Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery, Baltimore
Blue Water Baltimore’s Herring Run Nursery specializes in plants native to the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Our non-profit native plant Nursery in Maryland offers more than 400 local species of trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, and more.Native plants are a feast for both our eyes and our planet. They help provide clean water, healthy soils, beautiful landscapes, and so much more. We strive to offer beautiful and durable plants that benefit and our local landscapes.
VIRGINIA/In-Person Sales & Pickup (ON GOING)
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Earth Sangha Wild Plant Nursery, Springfield
The Wild Plant Nursery is a unique resource for ecological restoration in the greater Washington, DC, area. The nursery is the region’s most comprehensive source of local, wild native-plant material (“local ecotypes”). The use of local ecotypes is a standard best practice in ecological restoration because that helps to safeguard genetic diversity and local adaptation in the species planted. The nursery is currently working with about 340 species, some uncommon or rare in the wild in this region. How to Buy Plants: Here’s our updated inventory (www.earthsangha.org/wpnlist). Wild Plant Nursery Hours: We’re excited to announce that we are no longer are requiring appointments to shop at the Wild Plant Nursery! Drop by on Sundays from 9am to 1pm to shop to your hearts content. Our staff will be on hand to answer questions and talk plants! The Wild Plant Nursery is open from mid-March to the Sunday before Thanksgiving (11/19).
EVERYWHERE/Virtual Event
November 16
Nature Forward Conservation Café: Yes, in My HOA Back (and Front) Yard!
Join nature writer and Humane Gardener founder Nancy Lawson as she hosts a panel discussion among leading experts who have been on the front lines of advocating in MD and VA for allowing low-impact, native habitat landscaping in HOAs and common interest communities. It happens too often that environmentally conscious homeowners convert their lawns to native plants only to be reprimanded by their homeowners’ association for growing “weeds,” leaving stalks up for birds, or refusing to use pesticides. But even in an HOA, wildlife-friendly landscaping doesn’t have to be DOA. Hear about a recent landmark case in Maryland that led to a state law codifying wildlife-friendly gardens, sparking similar efforts in HOAs, towns and counties across the nation. Join in the discussion with local experts from MD and VA, including Janet Crouch, Melinda Soltys, and Barbara Ryan (read more about them below!). This conversation will include a Q&A with the audience as we share ideas for continuing the unstoppable momentum toward new ethics and practices in home landscaping. Fee.
MARYLAND/In-Person Event
December 6 – 8
Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping Council: Turning a New Leaf Conference, Kent Island
The 10th Turning A New Leaf sustainable landscaping conference will be held at the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club in Kent Island, MD. Optionally, participants may join us for a welcome dinner or one of our post conference field days.The conference is appropriate for landscape architects, designers, and contractors, horticulturists, arborists and tree care companies, lawn care companies, nurseries, botanical gardens, natural resource managers, developers, civil engineers, planners, stormwater professionals, master gardeners/naturalists/watershed stewards, and others interested in the intersection between water and habitat. Click on the link for topics and speaker information. Fee.