New Jersey's Changing Climate, presented by Dr. Dave Robinson Since 2010, New Jersey has experienced its wettest and warmest years in over a century of observations. Extreme weather/climate events, including Ida, Sandy, and Irene, along with a number of hot summers, suggest that something is happening to NJ’s climate regime. Natural variations alone cannot account ... Read more
Description Somes will present an overview of bee, butterfly and pollinator biodiversity in New Jersey and will share some of the ongoing NJDEP conservation work related to these species. Many times the term pollinator conservation is used to lump together a wide variety of different species with very different life histories and habitat requirements. This ... Read more
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It’s almost Groundhog Day, when we officially start looking forward to spring planting. Let's get together to celebrate the emergence of Punxsutawney Phil! Please bring a savory or sweet finger food to share. Wine and soft drinks will be provided. Friends and significant others are welcome! If you collected seeds this fall, please bring some seeds to add ... Read more
Mondays Feb 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm EST Four-week course on ZOOM, Registration opens December 1st Ready to transform your space into a thriving wildlife ... Read more
Ecological Gardening: Landscapes that Function Aesthetically and Ecologically, presented by Dr. Kate Lepis Managing your property with an ecological lens does not mean your yard has to look “messy.” Changing your tactics, even a little bit, can increase habitat value and boost biodiversity – without skimming on the aesthetics. A yard that functions ecologically can ... Read more
With Clan Mother Shelley DePaul Please join us for an in-depth discussion of the relationship between the Lenape Nation and the native plants of NJ and Pennsylvania. Clan Mother Shelley DePaul will discuss the protocols of respect for the plant community, spiritual associations and cultural practices with native plants, and how plants are gathered. The ... Read more
Ecologies in Flux: Restoration, Resilience, and Disease in a Changing Landscape
Take your native plant growing skills to the next level in this hands-on workshop with Dr. Linda Rohleder. We will discuss fern identification principles, fern lifecycle, and how to collect spores. ... Read more
There will be a Native Plant Society Union County Chapter meeting for members on March 21st, 12N to 2p at the Vauxhall Meeting Hall, Hilton Ave, Union, NJ. We invite you to come out and meet fellow Chapter members, learn about upcoming events and volunteer opportunities, and participate in a group activity. Light refreshments will be ... Read more
Save the date for our 2026 annual fall conference.
