Spring is on the way. With that, we often think of green instead of mud. Flowers, grasses, and plants are in our minds. But how can we make this greenery look pleasant? What can we plant that goes together? The Missouri Department of Conservation is hosting a class to assist you.
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and Deep Roots KC will host a virtual and in-person DIY Native Landscape Design class on Saturday, March 2. Anita B. Gorman Discovery Center in Kansas City hosts the classes.
When Are The Classes?
-
The virtual class is offered from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 2, 2024. Registration is required. To register, visit http://short.mdc.mo.gov/47f.
-
The in-person class at the Gorman Discovery Center, 4750 Troost Ave., is offered from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on the same day. Registration is required. To register, visit http://short.mdc.mo.gov/47s.
Attendees will learn how to design native plant gardens, select plants based on the setting and your goals, and obtain native plants from vendors. In these classes, you’ll be able to ask questions and get advice from local experts, including Deep Roots KC, City Roots, GardeNerd Consultation, Oak & iO, Sow Wild, and more.
Restrictions
Participants must be 18 years of age or older to participate in DIY Native Landscape Design.