Landscapes on the Edge

snowberry planted on slope photo

UW Botanic Gardens’ conferences, seminars, and symposia offer academics, scientists and practitioners opportunities to learn about the latest research and expertise in plant-related fields and create a forum for collaboration among professionals working in urban forestry, restoration and sustainable landscape management. Read on to learn about our exciting 2016 fall seminar. We hope you can join us! Introduction to Landscapes on the Edge Design and Implementation of Landscape and Restoration Projects on Puget Sound Shorelines and Urban Ravines Co-hosted by Greenbelt Consulting and University of Washington Botanic Gardens November 15 & 16, 2016, 9am – 4pm Center for Urban Horticulture 3501 NE 41st St., Seattle, WA 98105 CEU’s approved: CPH-6/day, ecoPRO-6/day, WALP/NALP-6/day, ASCA-5, APLD-5 first day, 5.5 second day, ASLA-5/day, ISA – 5.5/day PROGRAM SCHEDULE This program is designed to educate landscape professionals about the vulnerable nature of marine shorelines and provide guidance and instruction on how to better initiate, design, and implement successful landscape and restoration projects on upland buffers, shorelines, steep slopes, and beaches. 

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Staff Spotlight: Jessica Farmer

Jessica Farmer is one of those fortunate individuals who, through a combination of foresight, focus and possibly a bit of luck, ended up in her dream job. “Just outside my office door at the Center for Urban Horticulture is Yesler Swamp,” she enthuses, “a quiet, shady oasis that provides me with instant wonder and relaxation.” Just about a perfect location for a person who has been passionate about plants and nature since high school.   

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