Date and Time:
Saturday, September 14; 8:45 am - 4 pm

This class is online and you must create a Zoom account to attend.

Class Outline:
Level 3: Installation and Maintenance of Native Landscapes

• Recognize differences between native and non-native landscapes
• Become familiar with how to install the different types of native plants into a landscape, including: plant choice, purchase, placement, spacing; soil choice; bed and soil preparation; planting seeds and plants; mulching
• Understand maintenance requirements and techniques, and create maintenance schedules for the different types of native plants
• 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

Scott Buckel
Denis Martin
Margaret Gnewuch
Nancy Neff Hannan

Questions

Registration: Linda Foss NLCP@npsot.org or (830) 218-7211
Class specific: Margaret Gnewuch, marg_g@hughes.net or 713-657-0372

Registration Process

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. 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."

Non-Members and first-time registrants: Click the "X" in the upper right corner of the pop-up screen to close it and complete the form beneath. Account records are secure and will not be shared.

After Registration Watch for several emails prone to getting caught as spam: 

• NPSOT registration confirmation email 

• 1 week prior to class - reminder email

• 3 days prior to class - email with class materials link and details

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.

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 located in the region in which you wish to landscape. Check it out!