This three-hour event offers a dynamic blend of science-based ecological horticulture and practical, hands-on strategies for creating vibrant outdoor spaces.
Participants will learn foundational design principles, discover the surprising value of often-misunderstood native “weeds,” and gain techniques to transform traditional lawns into resilient, life-supporting habitats.
Whether you are beginning your ecological gardening journey or ready to take bold steps toward transformation, this symposium will provide the inspiration, knowledge, and confidence to make your garden part of the solution.
Who is this for?
-- Home gardeners of all levels interested in merging aesthetics with ecology;
-- Gardeners who use native plants to support pollinators and wildlife;
-- Homeowners looking for alternatives to resource-intensive lawns; and
-- Anyone ready to rethink traditional gardening and embrace sustainable practices.
What will you learn?
-- Core ecological design principles to create beautiful, functional, and wildlife-friendly gardens;
-- How to view “weedy” native plants through both ecological and horticultural lenses — and decide when they have a place in your garden
-- Why reducing lawn area benefits pollinators, birds, soil health, and water conservation;
-- Practical, step-by-step methods to transition from lawn to layered plantings and pollinator-friendly habitat;
-- Strategies for designing within real-world constraints, including HOA guidelines and small-scale residential lots; and
-- How to make informed plant choices that increase biodiversity while keeping your garden manageable and appealing.
The in-person program will be held at the Olewine Nature Center in Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way in Harrisburg, Dauphin County.
Click Here to register and for more information.
Visit the Penn State Extension website to learn more about many other educational opportunities.
[Posted: November 24, 2025] PA Environment Digest
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