NLCP Level 3 San Antonio - Hybrid

09/11/2021 09:00 AM - 09/18/2021 04:00 PM CT

Location

1st session online Zoom 9/11/21; 2nd session in-person plant walk 9/18/21
San Antonio Area, TX

Summary

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. NOTE: Class is specific to the San Antonio area and is held in 2 separate sessions.

Description

Attend 2 Sessions to Complete Class:
Online Presentations: Saturday, September 11th; 9 am - 1:30 pm
In-person Plant Walk at Confluence Park: Saturday, September 18th; 8 am - 4 pm (sign up for 2 hr time slot during week of class)


Only sign up for this class if you are willing to attend the in-person plant walk which will comply with all applicable health agency requirements.

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.

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." If you do not wish to login to your account, click the "X" in the upper right hand corner of the pop up screen. Account records are secure and will not be shared.

After Registration Watch for:
NPSOT registration confirmation email - check junk mail
1 week prior to class - reminder email
3 days prior to class - email with class materials link and details

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. Check it out!

Instructors

Lee Marlowe and Nancy Thoss

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: Meg Inglis, meg.inglis@npsot.org or 512-589-1316. 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.

Questions

Registration: Meg Inglis, meg.inglis@npsot.org or 512-589-1316
Class specific: Joan Miller, 
millersmyle@earthlink.net or 703-477-6993