Ready to turn your ecological knowledge into a reality? If you know which native plants thrive in our area but aren’t quite sure how to arrange them in your yard, this hands-on follow-up class is your next step. We are taking the guesswork out of landscaping by moving from theory to direct action.

In this session, we skip the intimidation of a blank canvas by starting with a curated collection of ready-to-use garden selections featuring our region's top-performing native plants. Instead of starting from scratch, you will learn how to group these plants based on their shared light, water, and soil requirements, as well as their natural sociability. By understanding how these species interact and support one another, you will learn how to adapt these proven plant combinations into a cohesive, thriving palette for your own backyard.

What You Will Achieve:

Explore Living Frameworks: Work with pre-arranged design combinations featuring top-performing native and keystone plants, tailored for specific yard conditions (like dry shade, sunny borders, or low spots).

Customize for Your Space: Learn how to scale, replicate, and adapt these foundational layouts to match your personal style and property boundaries.

Layer with Purpose: Understand how to arrange plants by height, bloom succession, and root depth so your garden looks stunning in every season while maximizing wildlife habitat.

Create an Action Plan: Leave with a clear, step-by-step roadmap for prepping your soil, spacing your plants, and bringing your vision to life with confidence.