Starts on: August 21, 2026 @ 5:00pm
Selecting Native Woody Plants
Register Now:Fridays, August 21 & 28, 5–6:30 p.m. (online) & Saturday, September 11, 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m. (in-person)
In this three-part hybrid class, learn about native woody plants that contribute so much to our landscapes and local biodiversity. Instructor Bill Cullina will discuss identification, habitat, and the roles woody plants play in plant reproduction and in providing habitat for insects, birds, and other wildlife. You’ll leave with recommendations for native species and cultivars, along with guidance for cultivation, landscape uses, and soil and light considerations.
Instructor Bio(s)
William “Bill†Cullina is a well-known horticulturist and award-winning author of books such as, “Native Trees, Shrubs, and Vinesâ€; “Understanding Orchidsâ€; “Native Ferns, Mosses, and Grassesâ€; and “Understanding Perennials.†As the former Director of Horticulture and President & CEO of Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, he co-authored “Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens: A People’s Garden.†Mr. Cullina was also the lead propagator and greenhouse grower at what is now called The Native Plant Trust. In 2019, William Cullina became the Executive Director of Morris Arboretum for the University of Pennsylvania.