Chapters in Ohio

Join us for a native seed collecting event at John and Michelle Grigore's prairie. We'll be using the seeds we collect for the Wild Ones plant sales, the Toledo Grows Seed Swap, and other events. Michelle and her husband John planted their prairie to teach people about native plants and seeds. Michelle and John have turned a 5 acre farm field into a great prairie and excellent native habitat. Take some seeds home for your yard too!

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Swap 

Traditional fall garden cleanup practices can short-change the ecological benefits of growing gardens and native plant beds. Adjusting the timing and scope of your fall gardening efforts can enhance the environmental benefits of your landscape, yield more natural beauty and biological diversity around your property, and result in LESS WORK for you! 

If you want to learn more about best practices to employ as you're putting you beds to bed for the winter, join Mark Dilley of MAD Scientist Associates and Scioto Gardens Native Plant Nursery for this informative presentation.

Join us for an unforgettable evening at Fireside Flora: Bonfire & Native Plants Night!

Gather around the bonfire with fellow nature enthusiasts as we celebrate the beauty and importance of native plants. Enjoy an evening of casual conversations about how native flora can restore local ecosystems and support wildlife.

This relaxed and informative event is perfect for all ages—whether you're a seasoned gardener or simply curious about the power of native plants. 

Come for the warmth of the fire, stay for the wisdom of nature! Free and open to the public—bring a chair and a friend.

BONUS: Our host also has a native plant nursery, so if you'd like to take advantage of the perfect fall weather for native plant planting, you'll have the option to shop for native plants for half off regular price!

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Interested in learning about native plants and seed collection?

Wild Ones Greater Cleveland and Oberlin Preserve are teaming up to provide you this FREE educational hands-on workshop on native plant seed collection.

Come and collect seeds for your garden or donate the seeds to collect to Wild Ones Greater Cleveland for future community activities and projects!

This is a great opportunity to start the sequence of collecting, cleaning, packaging and winter sowing. 

Logistics:

-Bring paper bags or small envelopes to collect seeds and dress for some off trail walking.  

-Parking for several cars on site, with overflow parking a short walk away at the sports complex.
-Restrooms are also available at the sports complex.

Registration required