Gardening with nature requires knowledge of the various pathogenic fungi, bacteria, and viruses that affect native plants and the environmental conditions that lead to infection. Become your own plant health detective and learn the signs and symptoms of the most common plant diseases in our landscapes. Study disease life cycles and discuss management strategies for …

The biology and ecology of invasive plants are a driving factor in their impacts on natural areas, while past disturbance, land use, soils and other factors can strongly influence the success of restoration efforts. We will explore a variety of topics relating to invasion biology and restoration: impacts of invasive plants on whole ecosystems, invasive …

Demand for high performing, ecology-based landscapes is increasing faster than the availability of the specialized knowledge needed to achieve them. This intensive, interactive, two-day workshop will provide concrete, real world guidance for designing and documenting all phases of native landscape development. Attendees will receive an extensive manual (100+ pages) that documents all aspects of the …

This conference is for professionals in the landscaping industry only (landscape designers, landscape architects, growers, nurseries, landscape maintenance, property managers, builders, etc.) Agenda 10:15 - 11 am  Registration, gather 11 am - Noon  Learning the Native Plant Lingo: How to Sell your Clients on Native Plants  Brad Motter Noon - 1 pm    Lunch and …

It's time to pull up the microscopes and examine insects and plant diseases- up close and personal.  This workshop offers a great opportunity for you to enhance your diagnostic skills and explore low-risk control methods. CBLP CEUs are available.

Join the Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping Council for a field day at North Creek Nurseries! We will spend the afternoon exploring the nursery, their new production facility and a guided tour of their showcase gardens. Wine and cheese will be provided. $20 CCLC members; $25 public CBLP CEUs are available.

Learn to identify invasive plant species commonly found growing in landscaped and natural areas by examining cut samples from live plants. Following the presentation and plant identification exercise, we will apply our new skill set by searching for invasive plants while walking a short distance along a parking lot to view landscaped plants, then along …

Hello District-Area Contractors:   The next free stormwater Trainings -in English y Español-  for local landscape contractors interested in becoming a participating contractor for the RiverSmart Homes Program will be held on Rain Barrel Training: Tuesday, September 10, 2019 (rain date Sept. 17) Rain Garden Training: Tuesday, September 24, 2019 (rain date Oct. 1) Who is eligible to attend?   Everyone. You do not need previous experience …

CBLP is working with our partners at Penn State, the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, and LandStudies to organize a one-day workshop, which will introduce landscape professionals to the design, installation, and management of riparian buffers. Topics include design aesthetics, multifunctional buffers, installation techniques, and planning for maintenance. The course includes classroom instruction and field …

Registration is Open! This workshop is developed by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries Habitat Partners, and is designed for certified CBLPs and other landscape professionals. Invasive plant species are highly detrimental to natural plant communities, and their presence must be taken into consideration when designing a space for a client.  In this workshop …