Events

In this virtual presentation we visit two residential native gardens that implement simple, practical designs and demystify the maintenance practices that go into achieving gardening goals. The first garden we visit serves as a living laboratory where the gardener observes, experiments, and deepens their understanding of native plants. Throughout the growing season, Beth Dringenberg closely monitors plant behaviors, performance, and preferences,...

Rain Gardens for Residential Spaces November 5 · Thursday · 12-1pm Native landscapes are excellent at managing stormwater, even in their most low-tech applications. While a designed rain garden, or a comprehensive site plan might be beyond the scope of many gardeners' goals, a simple 'plop and play' approach to mitigating runoff and "Containing the...

Discover the beauty of textured foliage and bold seed heads in the late fall landscape. Take a leisurely walk through the Discovery Center gardens to learn how native plant seed heads can bring winter interest to your garden and help birds and wildlife survive the cold weather. This is a great opportunity to bring your...

Factors like sunlight, moisture, and soil type determine the common adage, “right plant, right place”. Join Deep Roots for a presentation on determining site conditions and gleaning inspiration from natural habitats like woodlands, prairies, and glades. We’ll look at examples of Midwestern native plants suitable for sun, shade, and difficult gardening conditions like slopes, beneath...

Nature in Urban Areas November 19 · Thursday · 12-1pm Studies show that we’re living in an increasingly residential world. Across the United States, more than 80% of the population lives in urban areas. Because of this, urban landscapes have an important role to play in supporting biodiversity. Learn about wildlife that has adapted to...

Longer Blooms December 3 · Thursday · 12-1pm Native gardens are cultivated spaces steeped with intention and brimming with life. Selecting the right plant for the right place and purpose can extend wildlife resources throughout the seasons. Join Cydney Ross of Deep Roots to learn strategic plant pairings and practical maintenance tips to extend bloom...

Grab your coat and hat and join us for a leisurely walk through the Discovery Center gardens to see the quiet beauty of the winter landscape. You’ll learn about the natives that put on the best winter show while also helping insects, birds and wildlife survive the cold weather. This is a great opportunity to...

Native Plants for Containers December 17 · Thursday · 12-1pm Discover how easy and rewarding it can be to grow native plants in containers! Native plants aren’t just for large gardens—they can thrive in pots and planters, bringing beauty and ecological benefits to small spaces. In this episode, Kay Thomason of Deep Roots explores how...

Deep Roots KC’s Annual Native Landscapes Conference Plan It Native is an immersive two-day event where attendees learn about native plants, designing and managing native plant gardens, flora/fauna connections, and green infrastructure. Plan It Native offers keynote speakers, more than 20 concurrent sessions and a lively exhibit hall. Deep Roots hosts the conference in Kansas...