NLCP Level 3 Austin - In-Person Nov 1, 2025

Learn how to install and maintain your native 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. 

Location

• In Person at the Circle C Ranch Community Center 7817 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739 with plant walk at 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 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

Please note: Participants must complete NLCP Level 1 before taking this class

Instructors

Craig Dalton 
Bailey Hoops
Paula Levihn-Coon

Questions

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

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 at the Non-Member price.

After Registration, watch for several important emails which are prone to getting caught by spam filters:

• NPSOT registration confirmation email 
• 1 week prior to class - reminder email
• 3 days prior to class - email with class materials link, instructions and zoom links if applicable
• Morning of class - final reminder email with links

Please check your spam folders!

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.