NLCP Level 2 Montgomery County - In-person 5-24-2025

Learn about 45 natives and how to design your native plant 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 presented by the Pines & Prairies chapter and is specific to the Montgomery, Grimes and Walker County areas.

In-Person at the Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens, 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble, TX 77358 
Online Test:  After completing the class and plant walk, you will be sent a link to the online test which you will have 3 days to complete.

Class Outline

Level 2: Landscape Design with Native Plants

• Learn how to create landscape designs using native plants
• Review ecological considerations important to landscape design
• Identify cultural considerations impacting landscape design
• Learn steps to the design process
• Practice the design process during an hour-long exercise
• Become familiar with 45 native Texas plants recommended for your landscape and 5 plants to avoid

Note: You must complete NLCP Level 1 before taking this class.

Instructors
Gail McConnell
Patti Thompson
Suzzanne Chapman
Cherie Colburn

Native Landscape Certification Program (NLCP)
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. Please register for classes in the region where you wish to landscape. Check it out!

Questions?
Registration: Linda Foss, NLCP Coordinator  linda.foss@npsot.org or (830) 218-7211.
Class & Location Specific:   Jay Gowen, pnpnlcp@gmail.com, (832) 513-5785 (cell)

Registration Process

You must log in to register at the Member Price.  If you are a member, have taken a class, or attended an event in the past, an account has already been created for you. You may need to create a login for that account if you have not done so. Create a login by filling in the email address used to complete your prior registrations and clicking "Recover Account."  Account records are secure and will not be shared.  

Non-Members and first-time registrants can click the X to close the login popup window and complete the form below. 

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

Class Prices and NPSOT Member Discounts

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.