About this Event
Discount available to SCNPS and SCBG members. See details below.
Discover how and why native plants have the potential to transform traditional horticultural practices with Jeff Jackson, who has 40+ years as a professional in horticulture, botany, and environmental consulting. Jeff formerly served on the SCNPS State Board and currently acts as liaison to the Cullowhee Native Plant Conference. Subjects include what is native, the importance of soil, the basics of plant health, the methods of planting and maintaining native plants, and eco-friendly horticulture practices. Learn how to attract beneficial wildlife like birds, bees, and butterflies while balancing design elements.
Location: Clemson Extension TEACH Center, 2070 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. Ste C412
Time: 9 am- 5pm
Please Note: All classes are open to the public. If you would like to pursue the South Carolina Native Plant Certificate Program, all core classes plus 4 electives are required for completion.
Some classes in the certificate program include fieldwork and can be physically demanding We may use hiking trails with moderate difficulty. Participants must be in good physical condition and able to hike 1-2 miles without difficulty or assistance over terrain with steep sections, where footing will be uneven, with frequent tree roots, rocks, muddy areas and fallen tree trunks to climb or step over. Sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots are required.
Please remember to enter your FRIENDS discount code at the time of checkout, as there is no way to apply it retroactively. Contact Sue Watts with any questions about the program and the code for the 10% discount which applies to Garden Friends and SCNPS members. Sue Watts:
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations made at least 7 days prior to the class will be subject to a 20% processing fee. Cancellations made less than 7 days before the class will be refunded subject to the discretion of the SCBG (less a 20% processing fee).
Class registration cannot be transferred to other classes.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Clemson Extension TEACH Center, 2070 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard, Charleston, United States
USD 100.00
