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Unlawning America with Benjamin Vogt
October 10 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
$25We are excited to invite you to a special event hosted by Homegrown National Park® in partnership with best-selling author Benjamin Vogt!
Join us on Thursday, October 10th at 12:30 PM CDT for an engaging 90-minute session where you’ll learn all about transforming your lawn into a resilient, native plant paradise.
Benjamin will provide a crash course on:
- Selecting native plants for your specific locale
- The benefits of matrix design for climate resilience
- Site preparation, management, and maintenance strategies for long-term success
- Tips for removing lawn and advocating for rewilding in urban and suburban landscapes
Benjamin Vogt, author of the best-selling Prairie Up: An Introduction to Natural Garden Design and A New Garden Ethic, brings his expertise to guide you in creating sustainable, wildlife-friendly landscapes. His insights have been featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Dwell—don’t miss this chance to learn from a true pioneer in natural garden design!
Event Details:
- 🗓 Date & Time: Thursday, October 10th, 2024
- 🕐 Duration: 90 minutes (50-minute presentation followed by Q&A)
- 💻 Location: Virtual (Zoom link will be sent upon registration, and a replay will be available following
the event) - 🎟 Tickets: $25
Whether you’re just starting your journey or have experience with native plant regeneration, this event will provide valuable insights and practical tips for turning your lawn into a haven for biodiversity.
We hope to see you there!
Warm regards,
The Homegrown National Park Team
P.S. Come with questions, lots of time for Q&A! 🌿
P.P.S. Learn more about Benjamin on his site, PrairieUp.com.
VMS: AT: Single Presentation (HNP: Unlawning America)
