NLCP Level 1 Austin In person 4/5/2025

Learn about the benefits of native plants, desirable plants for your area and design considerations for your landscape. NLCP is a state-wide program, but classes focus on the characteristics and plants in the region in which they are taught.  This class is specific to the greater-Austin area ecoregions.

Time
8:45 am - 4 pm at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center - 4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739
Optional Online Test:  After completing the class, you will be sent a link to the test which you will have 3 days to complete.

Class Outline
Level 1: Introduction to Native Landscapes

• Learn the value of including and preserving native plants in landscapes
• Understand the differences between sustainable and conventional development
• Discover your Texas ecoregion, vegetation, and soil.
• Become familiar with 45 native Texas plants recommended for your landscape and 5 plants to avoid

NLCP Level 1 is a prerequisite for Levels 2 & 3 which may be taken in any order. 

The Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP) is a four-level certification program that teaches the value of including and preserving native plants in landscapes. Classes focus on the characteristics and plants of the region in which they are taught. Check it out.

Instructors:

Edith Uresti
Craig Dalton
Anh Truong
Paula Levihn-Coon 

Questions

Registration: Linda Foss NLCP@npsot.org or (830) 218-7211
Class-specific & Technical issues:  Suzanne Holsomback, austin.npsot.nlcp@gmail.com

Registration Process

You must log in to register at the Member Price.  NPSOT creates an "account" for you the first time you register for an event or become a NPSOT member. All NPSOT related records are stored on this account. Account records are secure and will not be shared.

When you "Click to register online", a "Log In" screen pops up. If you do not already have a login for NPSOT, set one up by filling in the email address used to complete your registration and clicking "Recover Account."

If you are not a member and have never used our registration system, click the "X" in the upper right-hand corner of the pop-up screen to register complete the form beneath.

After Registration Watch for:

NPSOT registration confirmation email - check junk mail
1 week prior to class - reminder email
3 days prior to class - an email with class materials links and instructions
1 day prior to class - final reminder emails

Discount - NPSOT Members

Level 1: $45 for all
Levels 2, 3, 4 and Native Landscapes for Birds:
$50 - Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT) members
$65 - Non-members. Become a NPSOT member. 

Cancellations

Contact: Linda Foss NLCP@npsot.org or (830) 218-7211. Fees may not be applied to future classes. Cancellations made by midnight on the Monday prior to class are eligible for a refund. Upon cancellation, a $10 handling fee is deducted from the refund. Thanks for your understanding in this matter.