ONPN Professionals Growers Workshop
Join Us for the 2nd Annual ONPN Grower’s Workshop!
The Oklahoma Native Plant Network (ONPN) is thrilled to invite you to our second annual Grower’s Workshop! This all-day event will bring together native plant enthusiasts, growers, and experts for a series of engaging and informative presentations tailored to growers of all scales.
We’ve assembled an outstanding lineup of experienced professionals who will share practical insights and proven strategies across a range of topics essential to native plant production and ecological horticulture.
Featured Speakers & Topics:
Natasha Thomas-North
Growing Center Manager, Taylor Creek Restoration Nurseries (Baldwin, KS)
Natasha will discuss operating a large-scale, ecologically driven nursery. Taylor Creek Restoration Nurseries operates five facilities, employs over 100 staff, and works on restoration projects in 38 states. Their commitment to using locally sourced seed genotypes sets a national standard for restoration nursery practices.
Elia Woods
ONPN Co-Founder & Owner, Lia’s Garden (Oklahoma City, OK)
Elia will present on climate-friendly greenhouse design, highlighting three alternative heating systems: compost, climate batteries, and thermal mass. She’ll also showcase her DIY germination chambers and offer guidance on building your own low-energy propagation systems—ideal for growers from hobbyists to professionals.
Bill Farris
ONPN Co-Founder & Owner, Prairie Wind Nursery (Noble, OK)
Bill will share strategies for effective seed stratification and techniques to overcome challenging vernalization requirements for native species.
Cedric Leblanc
Owner, Sanctuary Gardens (Norman, OK)
Cedric will delve into propagation techniques using soft tissue and hardwood cuttings, as well as divisions. He’ll explain when cloning is most appropriate and why, offering valuable advice for optimizing plant reproduction.
Susan Chambers
ONPN Co-Founder & Owner, Rose Rock Landscape and Design (Midwest City, OK)
Susan will present the results of native grass germination trials and explore the differences between germination-specific and general-purpose growing media.
Registration
Contact Jordan Gee for additional information 918-855-3744.
Whether you’re a backyard grower, nursery owner, or restoration professional, this workshop offers something for everyone interested in advancing native plant production in Oklahoma.
ONPN Fall Native Plant Festival
Join us for our 3rd annual ONPN Fall Native Plant Festival. This year we will be moving a little north to the amphitheater at The Mac at Mitch Park in Edmond. More info to come!
ONPN Plant Sale at Oxley Nature Center
More information to come! Excited to have our first ONPN native plant sale in Tulsa.
2nd Annual ONPN Native Plant Festival in Oklahoma City
Native plant market showcasing OK native plant nurseries, landscape architects and professional garden designers. Additionally, a day full of free talks centered around “Gardening for Wildlife” given by industry professionals. OSU Oklahoma County Extension Center located at 2500 NE 63rd St, Oklahoma City, OK 73111.
ONPN Monthly Meeting
Open to all ONPN members. The first 30 minutes of each meeting is dedicated to an educational presentation or discussion followed by our monthly business meeting. For more information about attending an ONPN meeting, please email oklahomanativeplantnetwork@gmail.com.
ONPN Monthly Meeting
Open to all ONPN members. The first 30 minutes of each meeting is dedicated to an educational presentation or discussion followed by our monthly business meeting. For more information about attending an ONPN meeting, please email oklahomanativeplantnetwork@gmail.com.
ONPN Professional Growers Workshop
The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University
Horticulture Education Center
3300 W. 6th Street, (south entrance)
Stillwater, OK 74078
ONPN Monthly Meeting
Open to all ONPN members. The first 30 minutes of each meeting is dedicated to an educational presentation or discussion followed by our monthly business meeting. For more information about attending an ONPN meeting, please email oklahomanativeplantnetwork@gmail.com.
ONPN Monthly Meeting
Professional Members Meeting beginning at 6:00 PM at the Oklahoma County Extension conference room, 2500 NE 63rd St. OKC 73111.
OK Monarch Society Launch Party
Anthem Brewing
908 SW 4th St
Oklahoma City, OK
http://okmonarchsociety.org/events
ONPN at the Tulsa Audubon Wildlife Habitat Garden Tour + Plant Sale
ONPN will have a booth at the 31st Annual Tulsa Audubon Wildlife Habitat Garden Tour and Plant Sale. Many ONPN professional members will have booths and will be selling native plants.
ONPN Monthly Meeting
Open to all ONPN members. The first 30 minutes of each meeting is dedicated to an educational presentation or discussion followed by our monthly business meeting. For more information about attending an ONPN meeting, please email oklahomanativeplantnetwork@gmail.com.
ONPN at OKC Beautiful’s Earth Fest
Celebrate Earth Day with the community! Earth Fest will have vendors, live music, classes, giveaways, and more.
ONPN at the 35th Annual Sand Springs Herbal Affair
ONPN will have a booth at the 35th Annual Sand Springs Herbal Affair. A number of ONPN Professional Members will be attending and selling native plants
ONPN Monthly Meeting
Open to all ONPN members. The first 30 minutes of each meeting is dedicated to an educational presentation or discussion followed by our monthly business meeting. For more information about attending an ONPN meeting, please email oklahomanativeplantnetwork@gmail.com.
STASH + ONPN
Want to have the best garden on the block? Want to learn more about beneficial plants? Join Oklahoma Native Plant Network for Norman's first annual Native Plant Festival! This event features a dozen plant vendors and local non-profits along with food trucks and live music for a celebration of local plants.
Find affordable varieties that benefit pollinators, Oklahoma-native plants, herbs, beautiful perennials, ground covers, and tropicals. Plants that flourish in the shade or sun— truly something for every garden! 🌞🌱
Pollinators need our help, and native plants are what they feed off of best. Invite your friends + family and come see us this Saturday April 13th from 10-4pm at 412 E Main St in Downtown Norman.
This festival is Free and all are welcome.
ONPN Monthly Meeting
Open to all ONPN members. The first 30 minutes of each meeting is dedicated to an educational presentation or discussion followed by our monthly business meeting. For more information about attending an ONPN meeting, please email oklahomanativeplantnetwork@gmail.com.