Events

Discover how ecological landscaping with native plants can make your landscape more resilient and help address the climate crisis. This webinar will highlight practical, evidence-based approaches to designing and maintaining landscapes that build resilience to climate change and support native biodiversity. Join Wild Ones for a free webinar, “EcoBeneficial Landscape Strategies for the Climate Crisis,” featuring environmental horticulturalist and ecological landscape designer Kim Eierman.

Join us for an inspiring evening at the Carriage House at Knoxville Botanical Gardens with Homegrown National Park's Krista De Cooke where we'll learn more about the organization's story and the positive, collective impact we can all make, individually. This event will be in-person and simulcast live via Zoom. Light refreshments will be provided for those attending in person. Register here.

In this talk, Krista will highlight the urgent biodiversity crisis and why it matters to every one of us. She will share the story of Homegrown National Park™, a grassroots movement co-founded by Doug Tallamy, and how it is mobilizing people across the country to restore habitat and build healthy ecosystems right in their own yards and communities.

Krista will introduce the HNP Biodiversity Map, a tool that allows individuals and organizations to register their native plantings and visualize the growing impact of collective action. She will also guide the audience through practical steps anyone can take, from planting keystone species to removing invasives, to contribute meaningfully to ecosystem health.

Her talk is designed to be both inspiring and actionable, showing how simple changes at the individual level can scale into powerful, nationwide transformation. Audiences will leave with a clear understanding of the role private landowners play in reversing biodiversity loss and how they can be part of a movement to regenerate nature where they live.

About the speaker:
Krista De Cooke, MS, MBA
Strategic Partnership & Science Lead, Homegrown National Park™

Krista combines her expertise in ecology and business to drive ecosystem regeneration and biodiversity conservation. She works with diverse partners to promote the planting of native species on private lands, expanding the Homegrown National Park movement and empowering communities to take action for biodiversity.
 

Even after reading books and attending talks, many still have pressing questions about ecological landscaping. In this talk, Tallamy addresses common concerns on biodiversity, invasive species, native plants, and conservation strategies, providing practical guidance and motivation to restore nature in everyday spaces. 

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November 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM

2649 Boyds Bridge Pike, Knoxville, Meet Outside the Carriage House

Register here.

Join us for a day of learning about invasive plants, community service, and environmental stewardship as we give back to the beautiful Knoxville Botanical Gardens! In appreciation for their generosity in providing us with a free seminar space, we are planning to assist in removing invasive plants outside the historic Carriage House. Wild Ones will have staff on hand to assist in identifying invasive plants. 

What to Expect:
Activities: We will be focusing on the removal of invasive plant species to help preserve the natural beauty and health of the gardens.
Equipment: Participants are encouraged to bring any gardening tools or equipment they feel comfortable using. Wild Ones and the Knoxville Botanical Gardens will also provide some gardening tools for those who need them.
Attire: Please dress in comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing that you don't mind getting dirty. Sturdy shoes and gardening gloves are highly recommended.
Refreshments: Wild Ones will provide refreshments to keep our volunteers energized and hydrated throughout the event. Please register so we know how many people to feed! Please also bring your own water bottle to stay hydrated.

How to Prepare:
Bring any personal gardening tools or equipment.
Wear suitable clothing for gardening and the weather.
Bring a water bottle for personal hydration.

Additional Information:
This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about invasive plant species, connect with fellow community members, and contribute to the upkeep of a cherished local landmark. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just looking to spend a day outdoors, your efforts will make a significant difference.

We look forward to seeing you there and working together to support the Knoxville Botanical Gardens!

Let's come together to make a positive impact on our local environment!

TBA

Details coming soon! 

December 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM

2649 Boyds Bridge Pike, Knoxville, Meet Outside the Carriage House

Register here.

Join us for a day of learning about invasive plants, community service, and environmental stewardship as we give back to the beautiful Knoxville Botanical Gardens! In appreciation for their generosity in providing us with a free seminar space, we are planning to assist in removing invasive plants outside the historic Carriage House. Wild Ones will have staff on hand to assist in identifying invasive plants. 

What to Expect:
Activities: We will be focusing on the removal of invasive plant species to help preserve the natural beauty and health of the gardens.
Equipment: Participants are encouraged to bring any gardening tools or equipment they feel comfortable using. Wild Ones and the Knoxville Botanical Gardens will also provide some gardening tools for those who need them.
Attire: Please dress in comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing that you don't mind getting dirty. Sturdy shoes and gardening gloves are highly recommended.
Refreshments: Wild Ones will provide refreshments to keep our volunteers energized and hydrated throughout the event. Please register so we know how many people to feed! Please also bring your own water bottle to stay hydrated.

How to Prepare:
Bring any personal gardening tools or equipment.
Wear suitable clothing for gardening and the weather.
Bring a water bottle for personal hydration.

Additional Information:
This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about invasive plant species, connect with fellow community members, and contribute to the upkeep of a cherished local landmark. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just looking to spend a day outdoors, your efforts will make a significant difference.

We look forward to seeing you there and working together to support the Knoxville Botanical Gardens!

Let's come together to make a positive impact on our local environment!

TBA

Details coming soon! 

Details coming soon! 

Details coming soon! 

Details coming soon! 

Details coming soon! 

Details coming soon!