Native Plants

2022 - Native Plants Bring Beauty and Benefits, Parts 1 & 2

Presentations to be recorded February 10 and 26, 2022.

2021 - Bringing Native Plants into Your Garden- Parts 1&2

Part 1: Why and How to Garden with Natives

Date: February 27,2021

Presenters: Chrissy Freeman, Darlene Ward, Rita Quade

Whether you’re thinking of adding just a few native plants or doing a total landscape transformation, this workshop is designed with you in mind. Our presentation works for gardeners new to growing native plants as well as for more experienced enthusiasts.

First, we’ll reflect on reasons for using native plants. Then we’ll cover site elements important to know before you start. We’ll investigate landscape design concepts that will help you succeed with a native gardening project of any size. We’ll explore approaches for finding appropriate native plants for your project, such as pollinator plants or local natives, and share photos of many popular native plants.

To view part 1 of the workshop, click here.

Workshop Handout/References click here.

Part 2: The Beauty and Power of Locally Native Plants

Date: March 6, 2021

Presenters: Chrissy Freeman, Darlene Ward, Rita Quade

In Part 2, we’ll focus on plants that are naturally local to Nevada County. We’ll look at the special benefits of locally native plants and discuss the characteristics of local plant communities. We’ll share insights and images about locally native trees, shrubs, perennials, groundcovers, wildflowers, and grasses that work in home landscaping.

To view part 2 of the workshop, click here.