One of the ways Wild Ones seeks to accomplish our mission of promoting native plants and landscaping is by providing learning opportunities for both seasoned gardeners and those who are new to gardening and/or the native plant movement alike. All of these webinar opportunities are free and open to the public to attend.
Discover the power of ecological garden design in this free national webinar, Living in the Liberated Landscape: My Yard, with award-winning landscape designer Larry Weaner. Join us for a personal look at how dynamic, self-sustaining landscapes can emerge when we partner with nature instead of controlling it. Drawing on more than 35 years of experience, Larry will share practical strategies for designing dynamic gardens that evolve naturally, support biodiversity, and bring lasting beauty to your yard.
On October 16- Doug Tallamy addresses common concerns on biodiversity, invasive species, native plants, and conservation strategies, providing practical guidance and motivation to restore nature in everyday spaces. Continue reading "“Next Steps for Nature” with Doug Tallamy"
On November 20- Larry Weaner offers a personal look at how dynamic, self-sustaining landscapes can emerge when we partner with nature instead of control it. Continue reading "Living in the Liberated Landscape: My Yard"
On December 9, 2025- Sketch along with experts Zoe & Heather Evans and learn a simple step-by-step method to sketch your first layout and tie it to a larger vision. Continue reading "Turn That Patch Into a Plan"
Discover how ecological landscaping with native plants can make your landscape more resilient and help address the climate crisis. This webinar will highlight practical, evidence-based approaches to designing and maintaining landscapes that build resilience to climate change and support native biodiversity. Join Wild Ones for a free webinar, “EcoBeneficial Landscape Strategies for the Climate Crisis,” featuring […] Continue reading "EcoBeneficial Landscape Strategies for the Climate Crisis"
The presentation, "Growing the Native Plant Movement Together" highlights how turning lawns into habitat and taking individual eco-friendly actions can scale into lasting community impact. Learn how to deepen your role by connecting with others, inspiring participation in the native plant movement, and helping grow a nationwide effort to create healthier, more resilient landscapes that support biodiversity. Continue reading "Growing the Native Plant Movement Together"
Looking to create a more sustainable yard, reduce lawn maintenance, or build a pollinator-friendly garden? Start with native plants! As part of the Less Lawn More Life Challenge, Wild Ones is thrilled to share a webinar for native plant newcomers: “Native Plants Planted Right: A Practical Guide for Beginners,” hosted by Wild Ones Board President, […] Continue reading "Native Plants Planted Right: A Practical Guide for Beginners"
Discover how Indigenous knowledge and Western ecology intersect in Shayla Chalifoux’s presentation on Two-Eyed Seeing. Learn about native plants, seed propagation, and cultural connections to the land. Watch the talk and explore a Q&A with Shayla. Continue reading "A Two-Eyed Seeing Approach to Native & Cultural Plants"
Join Wild Ones for a free webinar, “The Advocacy Power of Public Native Gardens,” featuring Nicole Machuca, Environmental Social Scientist, Keller Science Action Center at the Field Museum. This event explores how public and demonstration gardens inspire action, connect people with native plants, and drive community engagement. We’ll feature case studies from two Wild Ones […] Continue reading "The Advocacy Power of Public Native Gardens"
Watch our March 2025 Wild Ones National Webinar, “Bees Beyond Honey: Understanding the Roles of Native and Managed Bees in Pollination,” featuring Sam Droege, Wildlife Biologist, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS); Dave Hunter, Founder & Owner, Crown Bees; and Lora Morandin, Associate Director, Pollinator Partnership. Together, we explored the diverse roles bees play in ecosystems, the […] Continue reading "Bees Beyond Honey: Understanding Native and Managed Pollinators"
Join Wild Ones for a free webinar, “Neonics & Advocacy: Protecting Pollinators and Influencing Policy,” featuring Lucas Rhoads, Senior Attorney with Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)’s Pesticides & Pollinators Team. Learn about the environmental impact of neonicotinoid insecticides, the leading causes of pollinator and wildlife declines, and advocacy strategies to influence policies at both state […] Continue reading "Neonics & Advocacy: Protecting Pollinators and Influencing Policy"
With a donation of $100 or more, you’ll receive a limited-edition Wild Ones T-shirt as our way of saying thank you!