Join us for this one-day event to get a special look at the Cardno JFNew Native Plant Nursery. Staff will be showcasing our production facilities and highlighting some of the latest practices in environmental restoration, native landscape installation, and sustainability. We hope you can spend this day with us.
Feel free to share this event with others in your company or organization who may be interested. We'd be happy to have them attend. We simply request that all guests RSVP.
Event Highlights
Presentations
Cardno JFNew staff and partners will be giving presentations on some of the latest issues in native landscapes and restoration. See the registration materials for specific location.
Attracting Native Pollinators: 9:45 am - 10:45 am
Jennifer Hopwood, Midwest Pollinator Outreach Coordinator, The Xerces Society
Sustainability and Innovation: A User's Guide: 11:15 am -12:15 pm
Mike F Keen, Ph.D., LEED AP, Director, Center for a Sustainable Future
Maintaining Native Landscapes and Managing Expectations: 1:30 pm -2:30 pm
Ryan Allison, Cardno JFNew
Meeting Local Genotype Needs: 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm
Mark O'Brien, Director of Cardno JFNew Native Plant Nursery
Demonstrations
Staff will be conducting demonstrations at two times during the day. See the registration materials for specific locations and times.
Aquatic Sampling
Water quality sampling - Fish and macroinvertebrate sampling - Native and invasive aquatic plants
Ecological Design & Restoration in the Urban Landscape
Revitalization and habitat creation - Ecological restoration - Green infrastructure solutions
Archeological Excavation & Cultural Resources in the Field
Site assessment techniques - Artifact display - Demonstration dig site
Native Seeding Success Tips
Planting methods and timing - What to expect in the first year - Tips for successful maintenance
Nursery Tours
Staff will be providing one-hour tours of the nursery, tentatively scheduled for:
10:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:30 pm, and 3:00 pm.
Plant Sale
A selection of plants will be available for same day purchase. Available species will depend on current availability. If you want to order specific plant species, please place your order with the nursery sales team prior to Monday, July 25, and your plants will be ready for pickup at the open house.
Lunch
Complimentary lunch will be provided to all Open House guests, from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm. Please RSVP to help us plan accordingly.
Food Drive
Staff are collecting canned goods to benefit the Walkerton Community Food Pantry. Bring a canned good to donate and get a free native plant!
We hope to see you on July 29th. Please contact the nursery if you have any questions at 574.586.2412.
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