Local Roots: Essential Native Plants for Ohio Landscapes

Transform your landscape from a high-maintenance lawn into a vibrant, living habitat. Whether you are managing a small suburban yard or a large-scale commercial site, this workshop gives you the professional toolkit to design with Ohio’s most powerful native species.

We believe native plants shouldn’t just be “functional”—they should be stunning. Learn how to move past the “weedy” look using intentional design principles and expert maintenance techniques that ensure your landscape is as beautiful as it is resilient.

What You’ll Walk Away With:

• The “Heavy Hitters” List: A deep dive into the keystone Ohio species that do 90% of the ecological heavy lifting.
• Professional Design Secrets: Strategies for layering and massing to create a clean, “intentional” aesthetic that neighbors and clients will love.
• Water Management Solutions: A step-by-step guide to site assessment and Rain Garden construction.
• The Nocturnal Shift: A rare look into night ecology—how to support moths, fireflies, and bats through specialized planting and “Dark Sky” lighting.
• Safe Havens: Learn the “Soft Landings” technique beneath trees to protect pollinators through their entire life cycle.

The Experience: Spend the day with Ohio’s leading ecological experts. This isn’t just a lecture; it’s a practical roadmap for stewards, designers, and homeowners ready to lead the way in sustainable landscaping.

*Lunch will be provided for In – Person Attendees*