Choose Native Mini-Workshop

ABOUT THE WEBINAR

Community members, volunteers, and interested professionals are invited to register for this virtual mini-workshop focused on replacing invasive species with those native to Pennsylvania in landscapes and water gardens. Landscaping and water gardening activities often lead to the unintended introduction and spread of invasive plant species to our natural lands and waterways. Once established, invasive species can degrade natural habitats by outcompeting native species for space, light, and nutrients. Invasive species can impact the food web by altering the plant community and decreasing the diversity of plants available for food sources, habitat, and shelter. Preventing invasive plant introductions by utilizing native alternatives in landscapes and water gardens is a viable solution. This Choose Native mini-workshop will introduce participants to native species options and creative ways to include native species in landscapes and aquatic designs.

EVENT DETAILS

This free two-hour webinar will delve into the significance of Pennsylvania native species.

WHEN

April 16, 2024
(6:00 PM-8:00 PM ET)

Who is this for?

Property owners
Landscapers
Those wanting to learn more about invasive and native plants
Native plant enthusiasts
What will you learn?

The importance of Pennsylvania native species
Impacts of invasive species in the built environment Ideas for utilizing native plants in the landscape
Managing native species in landscapes and water gardens
This mini-workshop is hosted by Pennsylvania Sea Grant and Penn State Extension with a special guest presentation by Native Creations Landscaping Services.

This event is being offered at no charge to participants thanks to funding from the Richard King Mellon Foundation and our partner, the Great Lakes Commission.

Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.

Registrants will also receive access to the webinar recording.

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April 16, 2024