Free Two Part Webinar Series Presented by: Jean EpiphanAgriculture & Natural Resources, Agent/Assistant Professor, Licensed Tree Expert, ISA Certified Arborist, Forest Ecologist & Plant ID Expert Learn how to:Identify 60 ... Read more
In this Zoom Webinar, we will explore 15 urgently needed actions to create healthy, functioning ecosystems in residential and community spaces; including how to reduce night light, remove invasive plants, ... Read more
Natives For Container Gardening It’s New Jersey, the most densely populated state in the USA. Many of us ask can we support pollinators and birds on our balconies and our ... Read more
The north end of Central Park is Ken’s favorite escape in New York City—and once you visit in spring, it’s easy to see why. This quieter corner of the park comes alive with migration, as thousands of birds pass through, drawn to its rich mix of native trees and diverse habitats. Winding waterways like the Pool, the ... Read more
Native Meadow Day at Unami Park! Saturday, May 23, 2026, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Unami Park, Hickory Avenue & Center Street entrance, Garwood, New Jersey 07027 It is Native ... Read more
IT’S TIME TO POT UP THOSE SEEDLINGS WE PLANTED IN JANUARY! WHAT: WHERE: Environmental Education Center, 190 Lord Stirling Road, Basking Ridge WHEN: Thursday, May 28, 2026, 1:30 – 4:00 WHAT TO BRING: Garden gloves, two or three pots if you would like to take some seedlings home for your personal use. Space is limited. Sign Up Here
Chapter leaders and steering committee members will have lots information as well as free plants to give away. Join us for this free event--it's always fun for the whole family!
Tuesday's June 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 6:30 pm - 8 pm on Zoom A Four Session Course for the Native Plant Society of New Jersey Instructor: William E. Young Format: 4 classes × 1.5 hours each Audience: Enthusiastic amateurs, designers, landscape architects, Environmental Scientists, architects, engineers, and Conservation-minded people everywhere. Framework: Society ... Read more
Naturalist Jason Goldman dives deeper into native plant gardening. In this presentation, you'll learn all about the ecology of native plants and animals, and explore the importance of the often-hidden ... Read more
Thursday, June 18th 9:30 a.m. (rain date June 19) Appalachian Trail Lands Registration is required (free) 20 people maxLocation: Vernon Twp., Sussex County Leaders: Wade and Sharon Wander (973) 271-0204 or 0051 Join NPSNJ Programs for a walk with the NJ Butterfly Club through mature upland and wetland limestone forest to reach a boardwalk that traverses one ... Read more
Home of Leeann Lavin, Atlantic Highlands Address will be provided to those who sign up 24 hours prior to the event. Don't miss this special garden tour at the home of Leeann Lavin in Atlantic Highlands. Leeann doesn't have just a garden; she has a sumptuous collection of ‘garden rooms.’ The diversity of these areas offers ... Read more
Join us in our discussion about Nature's Action Guide's first action: Turning off the Lights! This discussion is open to anyone who is interested in diving deeper into Sarah Jayne's ... Read more
The Native Plant Society Union County Chapter will host its Fall bi-annual member meeting on September 19th, 12-2pm. Location TBD. Please mark your calendar now! More information will be made available as we get closer to the date. All are welcome, no RSVP required.
Save the date for our 2026 annual fall conference.
Save the Date! The Native Plant Society Union County Chapter will host its 2nd Annual Harvest Party on Sunday November 15th. All are welcome, tickets in advance $10. Location TBD. More information will be made available as we get closer to the date.
