Native Seed Winter Sowing Workshop (Cuyahoga)
Public Welcome Registration Required Free Event Hands-On/How-To Workshop Public Restroom Free Public Parking
Join Wild Ones Greater Cleveland and West Creek Conservancy for a hands-on workshop about the power of native plants and how small changes in your yard can make a big impact on biodiversity and watershed health. This interactive event includes:
A quick introduction to why native plants matter in Northeastern Ohio. Practical tips to shrink your lawn and create pollinator-friendly spaces. Step-by-step guidance on seed stratification and winter sowing using milk jugs.
After learning the basics, you’ll roll up your sleeves and prepare your own winter sowing containers to take home—giving you a head start on a beautiful, eco-friendly garden this spring.
Format: In-person workshop with live demonstrations and hands-on activities
What to Bring: A clean, transparent gallon-sized milk jug (we’ll provide all other supplies and have a limited number of extra jugs available)
We’ll have seeds available for:
--Joe Pye Weed
--Boneset
--New England Aster
--Tall Blazing Star
Feel free to bring your own seeds as well! Additional native plant seeds will also be available starting January 19th at the seed library locations found in the READ MORE link.
Leave with your own winter sowing project and practical strategies to create pollinator-friendly spaces in your yard!