We will "walk and talk" the trails of Brightwood Park, a 44-acre nature preserve in Westfield. The Friends of Brightwood Park have been leading efforts to remove invasive plants to allow for the ecosystem to restore itself and have initiated various replanting projects. JOY'n us and learn about what's growing in Brightwood Park! Advance registration ... Read more
In 2023, Rahway passed an ordinance that 70% of town planting projects must be native! Wow! What a way to have policy match practice and promote the life and health of the community! You can also check out the Native Plant Mural at Rahway's Arts Park to boot! This is a festive event and there ... Read more
In partnership with the Rahway River Watershed Association and the Native Plant Society of New Jersey Join the RRWA for this informative and rewarding workshop on how to harvest, store, and label native seeds. Learn the benefits of native plants and how to start your own native seed library. Leave with a packet of native ... Read more
Union Chapterin partnership with theWestfield Green Team bring you Hazel Englandof theGreat Swamp Watershed Association As extreme weather events and warmer temperatures become even more frequent around New Jersey, it’s time to start thinking about ways to fortify your outdoor spaces. Join Hazel England, Ecologist, Director of Education with the Great Swamp Watershed Association, and ... Read more
In partnership with the Garwood Green Team Join us to learn about removing invasive plants!Mary Roberts, Co-founder of NPS Union Chapter and expert in Native Plants will lead this important initiative in Garwood! The last fall project of 2024 will include spreading another layer of chips on the Center Street, Garwood to Twin Oak Terrace ... Read more
Sustainable Haus and the Native Plant Society of Union County (NPS-UC) are hosting a workshop, on how to harvest, store and label native seeds. You'll get an opportunity to see Sustainable Haus's native seed garden and practice separating seeds from seed heads and pods. Participants will leave with a sample of seeds. Learn the benefits of ... Read more
In partnership with the Union Public Library and Master Gardeners of Union County Elizabeth Talmont & Izzy Julio will give an informative discussion about Native plants, their vital role in our community, the benefits of cultivating them, and the importance of choosing native plants in your garden. We look forward to seeing you! If you ... Read more
In partnership with the Master Gardeners of Union County, Elizabeth Talmont & Isabel Julio will be joining the Union Public Library for both an informative discussion on native plants and a hands-on practice of winter sowing. Learn about the vital role of native plants for the community, benefits of cultivating them, and the importance of ... Read more
Each participant will learn about the seed stratification process for native plants and will participate in assembling containers with seed starting mix and seeds of their choice. Once the seeds sprout, the plants will be ready to plant in the garden in Spring! *To register, email to reserve your spot today! There are 20 ... Read more
Join us for a special Homegrown National Park video presentation! If you’re concerned about doing something good for the environment, Nature’s Best Hope is the blueprint you need. By acting now, you can help preserve our precious wildlife—and the planet—for future generations. Doug Tallamy is the T. A. Baker Professor of Agriculture in the Department of Entomology ... Read more
Presented by NJ's Union County Native Plant Society in cooperation with the Rahway Garden Club Free AdmissionAll Welcome! For additional information - Please message us on Facebook Additional Free ParkingParkside Plaza1600 St. Georges Ave.
In Partnership with the Union Public Librarywe are proud to present the following program. Please forward to your Spanish-speaking friends, family, and neighbors! Light (yummy) refreshments will be served. Desearías embellecer tu jardín con plantas florales nativas que renacen año tras año? ¡Es fácil una vez aprendas algunos secretos de jardinería que compartiremos en esta ... Read more
Come explore five unique native gardensin Cranford and Westfield. The tour includesmature gardens, as well as the newly renovated.Come find inspiration, bugs and birds! Suggested donation $5 for adults, kids free!Cash accepted at garden gate.
Unami Forest People need your help! Working with the Garwood Green Team, the Unami Forest People are re-wilding a part of Unami Park. Our goal is to create bio-diversity by promoting native plants and removing non-native invasives. Help us create a space where critters and people will thrive. Wear: long pants, closed shoes, hats, gloves. ... Read more
Unami Forest People need your help! Working with the Garwood Green Team, the Unami Forest People are re-wilding a part of Unami Park. Our goal is to create bio-diversity by promoting native plants and removing non-native invasives. Help us create a space where critters and people will thrive. Wear: long pants, closed shoes, hats, gloves. ... Read more
We invite you to join the New Jersey Native Plant Society Union County Chapter for an afternoon of celebration, at our first ever Harvest Party, where our roots run deep and our ... Read more
