Community Ed
Stormwater Management Success
Andy Hay, Conservation Steward and Community Leader Andy Hay will share the process that the Village of Tower Lakes used to reduce pollution from reaching the community’s lakes and to reduce the volume of stormwater entering drainage systems. His community’s success can be replicated by homeowners and residential neighborhoods. Andy was project manager for their Raingardens and Bioswales project and ...
What’s In A Name? Demystifying Latin botanic names
Diane Greening, Native Plant Expert I Ellyn Lanz, Latin Interpreter Is Boltonia asteroides from outer space? What's Lobelia siphilitica got do with syphillus? Learn to decipher Latin genus and species names of some popular natives. Expand your knowledge of native plants, their Latin roots, pronunciation and common meanings, as well as quirky ways plants have been identified. Diane Greening is ...
Add A Little Prairie to Your Garden
Cindy Crosby, Author Include native Illinois prairie plants in your garden and watch the pollinators arrive! Native prairie plants can make a ho-hum garden intriguing and exciting. Learn what Illinois native prairie plants work well in a home garden, and how to choose the best plants for your location. Cindy Crosby is the author, compiler or contributor to more than ...
Designing Your Native Plant Garden
Matt Hokanson, Owner Woods to Wetlands Matt will discuss elements of good garden design and share plant combinations for various settings. Learn about plants that will work in your yard and be ready to order and plant a great garden this spring! Matt is the owner of Woods to Wetlands, an ecological services company that specializes in native landscaping design ...