Conservation@Home: Native Gardens for Urban Landscapes

Zoom Presentation

Get organized for spring with this intro to native plant landscaping taught by a University of Illinois Extension volunteer and landscape designer. Ages 13 & up. Zoom meeting link will be provided upon registration.

Conservation@Home: Gardening with Native Plants

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439

Did you know many native plants provide food for wildlife? Join us for an indoor presentation to learn how to incorporate natives in your garden.

Conservation@Home: Natural Lawn Care

Zoom Presentation

Lawns are the largest irrigated crop in the U.S., covering about 3x more area than corn. A typical suburban lawn uses 10,000 gallons of irrigation water per year! Along with water, lawns require energy, fertilizer, and other expensive inputs putting a strain on our environmental resources and your wallet. But there are ways to maintain […]

Conservation@Home: Seed Swap & Plant Exchange

Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620

Plant lovers unite! Native plant presentation followed by seed and plant sharing. All are welcome. Bring a mug; warm beverage provided.

Conservation@Home: Go Native & Get Wild

Zoom Presentation

Learn about the many benefits to you and to the environment of gardening using native plants in a Conservation@Home Zoom presentation. Get your questions ready!

Conservation@Home: No Mow May Talk

River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062

Learn how delaying your spring clean-up can help backyard conservation.