"Advocating for responsible stewardship of land and natural resources in landscaping and horticultural practices."

Delve into the fundamentals of sustainable landscape design. This seminar explores the fundamentals of integrating buildings within landscapes and reducing maintenance needs through landscape design. Photo Courtesy Thomas Berger Come investigate sustainable design strategies that address the ecological, water, energy, and food systems. Topics include design principles and process, native plant community restoration and maintenance.  Finish with a short design assignment. Co-sponsored by New England Wild Flower Society. Tom Benjamin is an independent registered Landscape Architect and LEED Accredited Professional…

Creating lush and vibrant gardens in the shade tends to frustrate even the best gardeners.  How do we infuse more color, adventure and intrigue into those spaces?  The mood, plants, and conditions act as our guide. This workshop blends site-specific assessment, design strategies and plant options to help enliven our imagination.  Bring your project to participate in a flash design collaboration. Co-sponsored by New England Wild Flower Society. Instructor: Cheryl Salatino is a Landscape Designer, with a Certificate in Landscape…

Healthy plants and gardens begin with healthy seedlings. Come learn some basic yet critical propagation techniques for successful seedling starts! We begin with a brief overview of propagation terminology and science and continue in the greenhouse with hands-on demonstrations and experience. Plan to get your hands dirty and leave with some healthy native seedling starts! Co-sponsored by New England Wild Flower Society. Instructor: Alexis Doshas, Propagator and Facilities Coordinator, Nasami Farm, New England Wild Flower Society. Class Fee: $40 (Member)  …

Mulch can help control weeds, prevent soil erosion, and maintain soil nutrients. Yet for every advantage that mulch offers, well-chosen plants are even more effective! From groundcovers to larger mat-forming species, there is a plant for every mulch scenario. Join Dan Jaffe, photographer and author of Native Plants for New England Gardens, to learn about the myriad of plants that can take the place of mulch on your landscape. Co-sponsored by New England Wild Flower Society. Instructor: Dan Jaffe is…

Join us and learn easy methods for growing ferns from spores for your home! This class covers the morphology, life cycle, and vegetative propagation of ferns. You will also learn spore collection and storage techniques, and tips on how to identify when spores are ripe. Before you know it, you’ll have your own sporophytes! Co-sponsored by New England Wild Flower Society. Leslie Duthie is a horticulturalist at Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary. She has dedicated her career to learning about, gardening with,…

While many American homeowners cling to the nostalgia of lawn, the high maintenance requirements and low ecological value should make non-native monocultures the last choice on your list! Join Dan Jaffe, photographer and author of Native Plants for New England Gardens, to learn about the various options available to replace your turf, from well-known plants to brand new introductions. Dan will share tips on transforming large areas of lawn into lush groundcover plantings. Dan will discuss native plant options and…