landscaping with pacific northwest native plants
saturday, february 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm pacific time
via zoom (classes not recorded)
Registration closes at 9:00am the morning of the class. Be sure and reserve your spot!
Instructor:
hannah schrager
Landscaping with Pacific Northwest Native Plants is an introductory course for those who seek to marry aesthetics and ecology. In this class we will discuss how to choose the right plant for the right place in your outdoor space. We will learn how to examine ecological clues to determine what will grow best in your yard. The class will also cover how to create structure with native plants to produce a look and vibe you like.
Using native plants in your landscape creates improved habitat opportunities for wildlife and can lead to lower maintenance needs over time. This class will leave you with a better understanding of how to select native species for your space, how to source them, and the ecology of “backyard habitat” maintenance. Whether you are already at work propagating native plants in your space or new to the idea, this class will offer you valuable information about your yard and its role in our regional landscape.
What to bring:
A malleable brain, questions about PNW ecology, ideas/desires you have for your yard.
tuition: $20 - $30 sliding scale
The link to the Zoom meeting will be sent out to attendees before the workshop time.
About the instructor:
Hannah was born to a band of wanderers who portaged her to the Pacific Northwest before she could form memories. After her youth in the Columbia River Gorge, she set off to survey the terrain between Port Angeles and Port Orford. Her professional credentials include government scientist, rainforest ringleader, and now native plant pioneer in the Columbia River Gorge. Hannah has a Bachelor's degree in Global Studies and a Masters in Environmental Science. After several years as a natural resource steward for public lands, she now runs a band of wily gardeners at her farm above the Little Washougal River. Hannah will likely never stop exploring the curiosities of existence; she enjoys music, food, friendship and writing in third person.