Intro to Native Plant Garden Design with Tim Becker

Now that Theodore Payne Foundation's Fall Plant Sale is behind us, you'll want to create the perfect layout to showcase that palette just in time for planting season! Not sure where to begin?

Learn the basics of landscape design with native plants in this special introductory class! An all-encompassing overview that will help you understanding how to assess, map, and design your home or community garden, considering aesthetics, light, irrigation, space, and more. A great alternative for those unable to commit to multiple dates and the homework involved with our Three-Part Design Series.

Holiday Gift Guide: Have a garden enthusiast in your life who would love to attend? You'll be glad to know all TPF classes can be gifted. At check-out, simply place the name of the recipient.

Tim Becker is the Theodore Payne Foundation’s Director of Horticulture where he oversees plant production, nursery operations, and horticultural education focused on California native plants. With a background in Environmental Studies and Agroecology from UC Santa Cruz, he brings expertise in sustainable landscape practices and ecological horticulture. Through his work, he leads efforts to promote biodiversity, natural resource conservation, and habitat restoration.

Refund Policy: If you are feeling sick or experiencing covid-19 symptons we urge you to stay home. Please note refunds/credit are not available within 7 days of the event.