Put your gardening skills to work (and learn some new ones) at the Big Lake Native Plant Trail in New Orleans City Park (the trail is near the boat and bike rental on Friedrichs Avenue). Pull weeds, prune, plant, and work with some of the most knowledgeable gardeners around. City Park provides tools, clean gloves, water, and insect […]
Put your gardening skills to work (and learn some new ones) at the Big Lake Native Plant Trail in New Orleans City Park (the trail is near the boat and bike rental on Friedrichs Avenue). Pull weeds, prune, plant, and work with some of the most knowledgeable gardeners around. City Park provides tools, clean gloves, water, and insect […]
It's time to get those native plant seeds ready to go to work! Join the party in the library's Jefferson Room to prep and pack seeds; experts will be on hand to provide all the whys and hows. If you've been collecting seeds, bring them along to share (check out the Learn & Share section […]
The garden features a bioswale with native plants and trees that reduces stormwater runoff, brightens the neighborhood with year-round blooms and pollinators, and showcases the teamwork of NPI, the New Orleans Public Library system, the Master Gardeners of Greater New Orleans, and the New Orleans Department of Parks and Parkways.
Take a walk on the wild side! The morning's fun will include a short NPI business meeting and a stroll through the swamp on an elevated boardwalk. When the building opens at 10:00 a.m., it's time to explore the center's exhibits to learn more about local plants, critters, and ecosystems. The link above has information […]
It's like nature camp for grownups, though kids are welcome too! Hike, paddle, listen, and learn; come for the day or stay overnight. Details and how to sign up at the link; early bird registration is now underway.
The master gardeners join forces with the LSUAgCenter to present "Greaux Native: Plants, Bugs, and People of the Southern Landscape." The event includes vendors, table talks, book signings, and speakers. Details and ticket purchase information at the link.