Events

Explore the ecological and aesthetic advantages of hedges and hedgerows in our upcoming Wild Ones national webinar, “The Beauty and Benefits of Hedgerows” with Heather McCargo, founder of Wild Seed Project.

Native hedgerows are diverse plantings of woody plants from shrubs to small trees along with herbaceous groundcovers at their base.  Learn how these low-maintenance and sustainable plantings of shrubs, trees, and groundcovers can enhance biodiversity, provide critical habitats for wildlife, and contribute to climate resilience. Discover practical tips for designing and implementing hedgerows in various landscapes, from farms to urban settings, and understand their role in supporting pollinators, birds, and soil health. 

 You will also learn about Heather McCargo and the Wild Seed Project's latest collaboration with Wild Ones on the new Native Garden Design for Portland, ME. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from a leading expert in native plant restoration and take your landscaping skills to the next level. 

Winter sowing is a wonderful way to expand our native plant gardens. In this timely workshop, participants will learn how to collect, prepare, and sow native plant seeds for Winter propagation as well as how to care for them from seedling to soil. 

Chris will bring and demonstrate use of all relevant materials and will have some seeds to distribute. Participants should bring a Sharpie (or similar marker) and four (4) sealable plastic snack-size bags or four (4) letter-size envelopes to bring home seed. 

Registration is free, but seating is limited--please register today!

Quarterly Chapter Board Meeting. At this meeting the outgoing Board provides an orientation to new Board members and officially transfers planning duties to the newly elected Board, which will have its first scheduled meeting in January. The outgoing officers remain responsible for completing the SOTC reports for the year in which they held office. Members are always welcome to attend Chapter Board meetings. 

Learn how to use high-density plantings that replicate natural ecosystems in aesthetically pleasing designs, enhancing ecological functions while reducing maintenance efforts in our upcoming Wild One’s national webinar, “Matrix Landscape Design” with author, landscape designer, activist, and educator Benjamin Vogt.

Matrix planting is a landscape design approach that mimics natural ecosystems by closely planting and layering compatible perennials and grasses to cover the soil, provide more ecosystem services, and eliminate the need for wood mulch or aggressive weeding.  Join Wild Ones for a webinar to learn how author, educator, and landscape designer Benjamin Vogt applies this approach to create stunning native gardens. Learn the principles behind this method, its ecological benefits, and practical steps to implement matrix planting in your own garden. 

You will also learn about Benjamin’s latest collaboration with Wild Ones on the new Native Garden Design for Lincoln, NE. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from a leading voice in natural garden design and take your gardening skills to the next level. Register now to secure your spot! 

The chapter will host a Seed Sharing event and an autumn garden tour for chapter members and "plus ones" (interested guests of chapter members).

We're invited to tour a property in northwestern Powhatan county where the owners are replanting a wood line with native plants along with other groupings of native plants. Their method for "rewilding" will be demonstrated, plus there will be opportunities to collect seeds. Guests are encouraged to bring seeds, seedlings, and/or planting pots to share. Light refreshments will be served after the morning tour.

Since this event will take place at a private home/garden, we ask that chapter members RSVP to help the host plan for adequate seating, refreshments, etc. The property is on a private gravel road with ample parking. An invitation with the specific location will be sent to chapter members in mid-October. 

The presenter and topic for this meeting is TBD.

Members of the public who would like to attend this presentation are encouraged to request a meeting invitation/link by contacting the Chapter at [email protected]. 

With prior permission from the speaker(s), presentations may be recorded for distribution to registered attendees or later posting online. 

This is a purely social gathering for Chapter members to celebrate their native plant gardening efforts for the year. Members are encouraged to share stories and photos of their favorite events (and plants) across the year. 

Learn about the Wild Ones San Diego Chapter's newest demonstration garden funded in part by Monarch Joint Venture and U.S. Forest Service International Programs. You'll also hear from landscape designer Jeanine Sharkey about this newest San Diego native garden design. 

More details and registration coming soon. 

Learn about the Wild Ones Capital Region NY Chapter's newest demonstration garden, funded partly by Monarch Joint Venture and U.S. Forest Service International Programs. You'll also hear from landscape designer Kate Brittenham about this newest Albany NY native garden design. 

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