Wild Ones Conference Offers Solutions for Climate-Resilient Midwest Gardens

The Lake to Prairie Chapter of Wild Ones will host its annual conference, Native Landscaping in a Changing World, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., November 16 at the Round Lake Beach Cultural and Civic Center. This year’s program focuses on helping gardeners adapt their practices to weather unpredictability by using resilient native plant species to support environmental preservation.

The conference will feature presentations from experts, including Illinois State Climatologist Dr. Trent Ford, who will discuss landscape management and nature-based solutions for climate resilience. Dr. Murphy Westwood from the Morton Arboretum will explain how urban forests contribute to mitigating climate change, and Lake County Forest Preserve educator Eileen Davis will share practical tips on how home gardeners can make a difference in a changing climate.

“By understanding the power of native plants, we can all contribute to protecting biodiversity and combating climate change,” says Davis.

In addition to the educational sessions, the conference offers opportunities for vendors to showcase their products and services. Organizations are invited to sign up as exhibitors, with registration open until November 9.

Location: 2007 N. Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach. For more information, visit LakeToPrairie.WildOnes.org.