Daily Archives: January 24, 2025


Thursday, January 30, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Eastern – Black Ash Conservation in New England, Online

Black ash (Fraxinus nigra) is directly under threat by the emerald ash borer. Recently, Native Plant Trust has received funding to collect seed from black ash populations in northern New England for conservation purposes. This January 30 online course will summarize those findings, along with black ash general ecology, habitat and identification information, cultural importance, and conservation considerations. Led by Erik Sechler, the session is $26 for NPT members, $30 for nonmembers. Register at https://www.nativeplanttrust.org/events/black-ash-conservation-in-new-england/


Tuesday, January 28, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Eastern – The Gardener as Artist, Online

Thinking outside the “phlox,” coloring outside the lines. Yes, you are an artist in your garden. You will discover plants and art in public and private gardens—from quirky and magical to the elegant and innovative. 

This Chicago Botanic Garden class on January 28 will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in advance.  $32 for CBG members, $40 for nonmembers. Register at www.chicagobotanic.org

Nina Koziol, horticulturist