Events

Family Fun - rain or shine. Hosted by Munster Parks, Hort-4-U, Munster Historical Society, Monarch City USA, Munster Civic Foundation.

Member Meeting indoors at 10:00 am, followed by a native plant & seed swap outdoors at 11:00am.

The plant & seed swap is open to the public. If you are not a member, and just want to attend the swap, please arrive at 11:00 a.m.

If you are digging plants out of your yard, please see the recommended protocols listed later in this newsletter.

Please RSVP if you'd like to attend any portion of this day's activities in person.

Members who want to attend the Member Meeting via Zoom, please register

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. 

Three great speakers - breakfast & lunch - silent auction - book sale - door prizes… and more!

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Please register for details. An agenda will be sent to members prior to the meeting.

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! 

This is a great opportunity for those who are just beginning their journey into learning about native plants, as well as those who need a refresher course. Karl will describe the reasons why native plants are preferable in a landscape – and how they benefit wildlife.

Karl is a Certified Horticulturalist. He is currently on the Board for the Gibson Woods Chapter of Wild Ones. He is the former National Treasurer and member of the Executive Committee for Wild Ones.

For the last several years, he has been transforming his yard to native plants that provide habitat for birds, bees, butterflies, and all sorts of critters. He has over 100 species of native plants, plus 30 species of non-native plants.

His property is a Certified Wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation, and provides food, water, shelter, and a place for the wildlife to rear their young.

Please register for details. An agenda will be sent to all chapter members prior to the meeting.

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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