The Highland Lakes chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT) is offering the Introduction to Natural Landscapes class on April 20, 2023 in Burnet County. This class is the first in a series of classes which are part of the Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP) offered by NPSOT. The class will be in-person starting with a plant walk at Inks Dam National Fish Hatchery and moves to the Marble Falls library for classroom instruction. This is a full day class from 8:00am-3:00pm. The cost is $45. You may register online at https://nativeplantsocietyoftexas.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/nativeplantsocietyoftexas/event.jsp?event=2196&.
The Native Plant Society of Texas created the Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP) to encourage a migration of Texans back to nature that will reap priceless benefits for our families, environment, and economy.
NLCP is a series of day-long classes that teach best practices for native plant landscaping – including wildlife habitat gardening. Each class consists of an indoor training session and a plant identification section. We show you plants native to the local ecoregion, illustrating their use in the landscape. You will also see common non-native plants which may take over our natural areas. In each level you are presented 45 native Texas plants recommended for your landscape and 5 plants to avoid. Classes are adapted to the area in which they are offered.
We look forward to working with you to increase your appreciation and use of native plants in landscapes, including
- emphasizing a sense of place for residents and visitors,
- increasing the presence of desirable wildlife species,
- reducing the use of water and other precious resources, and
- enhancing and protecting our natural world.
NLCP is a state-wide program, but classes focus on the characteristics and plants of the region in which they are taught. Please register for classes located in the region in which you wish to landscape.
Class descriptions – https://www.npsot.org/our-work/class-schedule/class-descriptions/