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Native Plant Society of Texas

Native Landscape Certification Program

Fall 2023 Class Registration will OPEN August 1st at 8am. There will not be a registration button until registration OPENS. Until then, it will say, Registration is Closed.

The following classes are currently scheduled. This information is subject to change. Check back later for additional classes.

Classes are consistent across the state but focus on the characteristics and plants of the region in which they are taught. Please register for classes located in the region in which you wish to landscape.

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DateRegionClass
9/9Highland LakesLevel 2 - Landscape Design with Native Plants
9/23-24DallasLevel 1 - Introduction to Native Landscapes
9/23-24Tarrant CountyLevel 1 - Introduction to Native Landscapes
9/30LindheimerLevel 3 - Installation and Maintenance of Native Landscapes
10/7Houston AreaLevel 3 - Installation and Maintenance of Native Landscapes
10/7Denton/North TexasLevel 1 - Introduction to Native Landscapes
10/14BoerneLevel 3 - Installation and Maintenance of Native Landscapes
10/14San AntonioNative Landscapes for Birds
10/18-19AustinLevel 1 - Introduction to Native Landscapes
10/21San AntonioLevel 2 - Landscape Design with Native Plants
11/4Montgomery County/North HoustonLevel 3 - Installation and Maintenance of Native Landscapes
11/4Houston AreaLevel 1 - Introduction to Native Landscapes -In Person
11/4Houston AreaLevel 1 - Introduction to Native Landscapes - Online
11/04-05DallasLevel 3 - Installation and Maintenance of Native Landscapes
11/04-05Tarrant CountyLevel 3 - Installation and Maintenance of Native Landscapes
  • Classes are posted on February 1st (spring/summer) and August 1st (fall/winter).
  • All on-line classes are via Zoom unless noted. Please install the Zoom app and make sure you know how to use it before the appointed meeting time. Classes are live on the scheduled date. Recordings are not available on-demand.
  • Location refers to the approximate area for which the class has been customized. Plants discussed and other details may not be suitable for other areas.
  • Check Class Description page for explanation of levels.
  • Level 1 must be taken prior to 2 and 3 levels. Level 1 not required for Level 4. Levels 2, 3, 4 may be taken in any order.
  • Native Landscapes for Birds is a companion class that may be taken by anyone. Level 1 is not a pre-requisite.
  • While Level 4 is part of the Certification program, it can also be taken by anyone as a stand-alone class for those interested in conservation but not landscaping.
  • Level 1 registration fee is $45.
  • For all classes other than Level 1 the registration fee is $50 for Native Plant Society members or $65 for non-members. Become a member now.
  • For more information or to complete a mail-in registration, contact Linda Foss at linda.foss@npsot.org or (830) 218-7211.