Crosby Arboretum's Native Pollinator Plant Sale on June 6 & 7 (Fri/Sat), 10 a.m. to Noon (Members enter at 9:00 a.m.) This sale will feature native pollinator plants, including pawpaw and hop wafer trees and other useful and attractive species for attracting pollinators to your yard and garden. Enjoy browsing these hard-to-find species, and the […]
The Feliciana Wildflower Project is hosting our second annual Feliciana Wildflower Festival June 7th, 2025! The festival will be held in downtown Clinton near the historic courthouse, and in historic downtown Jackson. (other areas may be added at a later date)* Vendor booths with garden related & other items* Food vendors* Educational classes / presentations* […]
Get your green thumbs ready! Pelican Greenhouse offers annuals, perennials, tropicals, antique garden roses, succulents, houseplants, and we are also one of the few local vendors providing a wide selection of Gulf Coast native species. With hundreds of varieties of plants, there’s something everyone will love!
Join us for Native Plant and Pollinator Field Day on Saturday, June 14th from 9 AM -12 PM at the West Baton Rouge Extension Office. Presentations on pollinators, native plants, and more Demo garden tours Fun giveaways Admission: Just $5 Register Here: https://forms.office.com/r/mLYvxcvArx 210 Turner Drive, Port Allen, LA More info: 225-336-2416 | aspillman@agcenter.lsu.edu
Join us for an inspiring and informative talk with Jen Blanchard, expert botanist, and a passionate advocate for native species, who brings years of experience in Louisiana ecology and sustainable agriculture. Jennifer will highlight the best Louisiana native species for long vase life and visual appeal, offer guidance on how to grow and harvest them […]
Get ready to explore the beauty of the Wild Garden at @longuevuehg! This tour will be guided by the knowledgeable plant experts from @whimscapes_nola, along with Chris and Sophie from Longue Vue. We’ll kick things off at the gatehouse at 9am. Remember, our meetings are open to everyone, whether you’re an Native Plant Initiative member or not […]
Join the Louisiana Trust for Historic Preservation for a relaxed morning under the pines for our Summer Series: Briarwood Nature Preserve - home to Louisiana's beloved natural legacy. We'll explore the beauty of the preserve while reflecting on the places we protect. Enjoy a seasonal brunch buffet from the Natchitoches Picnic Company, a guided walk […]
Saturday, July 12th, 2025 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm (Central Time) Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge, Bayou Lacombe Unit, 61389 LA-434, Lacombe, LA, 70445 Map Restoration ecology is a vital tool to mitigate the crisis caused by the global destruction of biodiversity, one of the most powerful existential threats to future generations. Johnny Armstrong's “Rescuing Biodiversity” tells […]
July 16-19, 2025 Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Registration for the 2025 conference will open April 1. https://www.wcu.edu/engage/professional-enrichment/conferences-and-community-classes/the-cullowhee-native-plant-conference/
Join us for a hands-on, two-part workshop celebrating the art of flower pressing! In Part One, we'’ll forage the Hilltop Meadow for seasonal blooms and foliage and learn how to assemble a flower press to preserve your gathered finds. Connie will inspire us with a presentation on the process behind her botanical art creations, some […]
2913 Johnston St, Lafayette, LA, United States, Louisiana 70503 Join us for Nature Walks this spring and fall with the Acadiana Native Plant Project at Moncus Park! Explore the park’s rich habitats and diverse plant life on these guided walks. Dates and Times:- Tuesday, September 9th, 5:30-6:30 p.m.- Tuesday, October 14th, 5:30-6:30 p.m.- Tuesday, November […]
2913 Johnston St, Lafayette, LA, United States, Louisiana 70503 Join us for Nature Walks this spring and fall with the Acadiana Native Plant Project at Moncus Park! Explore the park’s rich habitats and diverse plant life on these guided walks. Dates and Times:- Tuesday, October 14th, 5:30-6:30 p.m.- Tuesday, November 11th, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Meeting Point: […]
