Watch the recording of “Landscaping for Resilience with Texas Native Plants” with the Native Plant Society of Texas and featuring Christy Ten Eyck. Discover drought-tolerant, low-maintenance landscape design, water-smart techniques, and native plant choices for sustainable, resilient gardens nationwide. Register now for insights on creating beautiful, eco-friendly landscapes that support biodiversity.
Texas has always experienced challenging weather fluctuations – winter ice storms, long periods of drought followed by flooding, and the ever-present summer heat. These weather patterns have intensified over the last few years. The Native Plant Society of Texas offers a look at landscapes that highlight the remarkable resilience of native plants. Christy Ten Eyck, founder of Ten Eyck Landscape Architects, will showcase her approach to creating adaptable landscapes, drawing on her latest native garden design for the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
The Native Plant Society of Texas is a non-profit organization with a mission to promote conservation, research and utilization of native plants and plant habitats of Texas through education, outreach, and example. The organization includes both statewide programs and local chapters. Over 4,000 members and volunteers in 34 local chapters throughout the state participate in community work projects, plant surveys, workshops, landscaping projects, and demonstration gardens.
About the Presenters
Christine Ten Eyck, PLA, FASLA, is a celebrated landscape architect and the founder of Ten Eyck Landscape Architects, with offices in Austin, Texas, and formerly Phoenix, Arizona. Since 1997, Christy has led her team in designing meaningful and restorative outdoor spaces that connect people with nature. Her work spans civic, institutional, commercial, and residential projects, with a deep focus on creating resilient, place-based landscapes that reflect the unique beauty of the Southwest and beyond.
With a passion for ecological well-being and human connection, Christy has been a leader in integrating native plant communities, water-harvesting techniques, and locally sourced materials into her designs. Her projects, including the world-renowned University of Texas at El Paso Campus Transformation, have garnered numerous accolades, such as the first-ever Sustainable SITES Initiative certification, for their innovation in sustainability, water conservation, and community engagement.
As a Fellow of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), Christy’s work has been recognized for its balance of environmental sensitivity and design artistry. She lectures widely on sustainable landscape practices and has been featured in prestigious publications including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Landscape Architecture Magazine.
Haeley Giambalvo is Vice President of Communications for the Native Plant Society of Texas and a member of the San Antonio Chapter, she is also a Texas Master Naturalist and a dedicated advocate for native plants. In her role, she facilitates, organizes, and creates communications to connect with members and the public through the Society’s magazine, website, YouTube, and social media. She also develops marketing campaigns to promote the Society’s educational mission and programs. With over a decade of experience as a professional blogger and content creator, Haeley founded NativeBackyards.com in 2020 to inspire homeowners to create wildlife-friendly spaces with native plants. Her own backyard transformation has become a haven for pollinators, and her approachable advice empowers others to bring nature home. Connect with Haeley on Instagram and Facebook @nativebackyards.