Create Your Perfect Native Garden

Pollinators, Low-Maintenance, and Composting

Join our free summer webinar series on native plant gardening! Learn how to attract pollinators, design a low-maintenance garden, and explore composting methods that turn waste into “black gold.” Presented with Fairfax Master Gardeners, each session offers local expertise and practical tips for gardeners of all levels.

Session Topics

Wed, June 18, 2 PM - Making a Pollinator Garden

Whether you have a large yard or just a small patch of space, discover which native annual and perennial plants thrive in sunny, shady, or wet conditions and attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and more. We’ll cover costs, maintenance tips, helpful resources to get started, and real-life local examples, including a garden built from scratch by Fairfax Master Gardener and Northern Virginia Bird Alliance Ambassador Elaine Metlin (view her Backyard Garden with Creek Tour). 

Wed, July 16, 2 PM - Low-Maintenance Gardening

Want to grow a native plant garden but short on time, energy, or have a restricted budget? Discover how to design a beautiful space that requires minimal upkeep. VA Master Gardener BJ Frank will share simple strategies for choosing the best low-maintenance native plants, cutting down on costs, and making your garden thrive with ease.

Wed, August 20, 2 PM - Composting: Turn Waste into "Black Gold"

Turn food scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich "black gold" for your garden! Master Gardener BJ Frank will dive into the fascinating science and environmental benefits behind the practice and walk you through the pros and cons of 7 different composting methods so you can choose the one that best fits your space, lifestyle, and goals. Great for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike.