Think Natives First™
Native Plant Conference
Tuesday, August 18
2026
Schedule & Location Coming Soon
Until then, relive the memories from 2025…
2025 Schedule of Events
We are pleased to share our schedule for an insightful and inspiring day.
Times are estimates. Lineup and content is subject to change.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:00a – 10:00a | Check-in and Coffee, Exhibits/Expert Stations Open |
| 10:00a – 10:10a | Welcome and Opening Remarks |
| 10:10a – 10:45a | Session 1: Michael Cowan What Comes First? The Plant or the Seed |
| 10:45a – 11:00a | Networking Break, Exhibits Open |
| 11:00a – 11:40a | Session 2: Panel Discussion: Tres Crow, Laura Markson, Danna Cain & Kathy Bergwall Native Plants & Nature: Creating Serene Spaces for a Better Planet |
| 11:40a – 12:20p | Session 3: Trecia Neal My Story: Overcoming Obstacles in Native Plant Design |
| 12:20p – 1:25p | Lunch, Networking, Exhibits Open |
| 1:25p – 2:05p | Session 4: Tyler Wayland Dynamics of the Habitat Restoration Market |
| 2:05p – 2:50p | Session 5: Dr. Richard Ludwig Stunning & Sustainable?: Myths about Native Plants that the Industry Needs to Overcome |
| 2:50p – 3:00p | Concluding Remarks & Closing Call to Action |
| 3:00p | Exhibits Close |
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