Native Garden Design series

University of Illinois Extension and Lincoln Memorial Garden are offering a three-part native landscape design series this autumn. Throughout the series, Illinois Extension staff and Master Gardener and Master Naturalist volunteers will share a comprehensive guide to creating pollinator-friendly native plant gardens – from initial planning to implementation.

Sessions will include an introduction to native landscape design and examples of designed gardens to inspire future plantings.

• Thursday, September 3, 6:00 pm, “Introduction to Native Landscape Design,” at University of Illinois Extension, 700 S. Airport Drive, Springfield.
• Thursday, October 1, 6:00 pm, “The Essentials of Your Native Garden Design – Including Plant Choices,” at University of Illinois Extension, 700 S. Airport Drive, Springfield.
• Saturday, November 7, 9:30 to 11:30 am, “Design and Draw Your Own Native Garden Workshop,” a hands-on program at Lincoln Memorial Garden Nature Center, 2301 East Lake Shore Drive, Springfield.

The series reflects a commitment to sharing practical knowledge and fostering appreciation and necessity for native landscapes. Registration for the series is only $10. If you have questions or need a reasonable accommodation, please call (217) 782-4617.