Creek Walk Across Texas
In this 30 minute presentation, riparian vegetation is highlighted across several major creeks and vegetational regions of Texas. The good, bad, and ugly will be shown as we take a
Fish Pond Management
In this 1.25 hour presentation, we’ll cover the land management needed above the pond, fish identification, stocking rate recommendations, how to correct an out of balance pond, aquatic plant identification,
How Can I Tame a Water-thirsty Yard? Getting Started on Xeriscaping
Presentation begins with a discussion of the basic xeriscape principles and pictured examples of landscapes. It continues with pictures of ideas to use in the landscape and finishes with suggested
I’m Being Invaded! What Can I Do?
Definition of “invasive” plant, discussion of characteristics of invasives, identification of who officially decides what is legally invasive, and a list of common invasives and their native plant replacements.
Invasive Plants
Identifies 15 introduced and invasive grasses, forbs, and woody plants found across Texas. Some are recent arrivals while a few have been in Texas for 100 years. Weed treatment instructions
Invasive Plants: Stop the Spread, Spread the Word!
Invasive plants are wreaking havoc on the health of our ecosystems. They cause economic or environmental harm or harm to human health. Management of invasive plants includes prevention, identification and
Invasive Species and Their Management
A baker’s dozen of introduced and invasive plants will be shown with distribution maps showing where in Texas these plants have spread. Both upland and riparian plants will be discussed.
Native and Introduced Plants – the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Discussion and photos of desirable native plants along with introduced and invasive grasses and forbs. Builds awareness of invasive and noxious invaders showing up in Texas. The importance of establishing
Native and Introduced Plants of the Rolling Plains of Texas
Showcases 43 native and introduced plants of the Rolling Plains. Some will be well known and common, while a few will be less known but found within this area. Distribution
Native Grassland Restoration – How Plants Grow and How to Improve Them
Presentation discusses how our native grasslands declined and factors affecting the success of grass re-establishment. Using Web Soil Survey, we’ll see what plants were native on the speaker’s land, what
Native Plant Society of Texas — who are we and what can we do for you?
This is an overview of programs offered at the state level, and the perks, events, and benefits that local chapters provide. We’ll cover the Native Landscape Certification Program, the I-35
Plant Identification by Family Association and Use of Written and Online Botanical Keys
In this 2 hour presentation, participants will gain an understanding of how Texas Plants have been collected and identified through the past 200 years. Plants will first be identified by
Pollinators and Native Plants – What They Mean for Our Future
A big picture view of the importance of pollinators and the plants they require. Presentation expands to show the importance of native plants for our wildlife and livestock industries. Discussion
Rangeland Ecology and Management
This 2 hour presentation covers the Texas Master Naturalist chapter on Rangeland Ecology and is given to several north Texas chapters for new member training. Discussion on historical grazing in
The Benefits of Native Plants
The arguments for, and benefits of, using native plants in the landscape.
The Ecological Importance of Landscaping with Native Plants
Doug Tallamy has brilliantly elucidated the critical need for using native plants in our home gardens and landscapes. Most people concerned about the natural world are well aware that we
The Importance of Natives
The presentation begins with two short videos from Doug Tallamy on natives. It discusses the importance of biodiversity and the role gardeners play in maintaining it, the effects of invasive
Weeds
Understanding “weeds” and methods of responsible mechanical and chemical control