class
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Introduction to Matrix Planting
Matrix planting originated in Germany after World War II, developed by urban planners seeking a simple, affordable, and low-maintenance way to restore nature and bring hope to war-torn cities. This technique uses small, densely planted species that grow together to form naturalistic "communities." Researchers and city officials worked together to create this approach. Since then, garden designers and landscape architects in Europe and the US have embraced matrix planting for both its aesthetic appeal and its role in promoting biodiversity. Insights from German plant scientists and nursery owners, who have refined plant selection for sustainable, nature-inspired communities, are now sought after worldwide. Join us to explore the history of matrix planting and discover practical ways that developers, designers, and homeowners can apply these techniques to their own projects locally.
*A recording of this class will be available to all registrants for two weeks after the class.
| Date/time details | Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 6 - 7 PM |
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| Location | Zoom/Online |
| Fee | $25 |
| Instructor | Meg Herndon |
| Certificate | Elective: Basic or Advanced, Horticulture |