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August Reflections in the Garden

When
08/02/2027
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location
Ione Burden Conference Center (4560 Essen Ln)

Registration

Friends Member
Non-Member – $10.00

Topic: Local Ecotypes Matter: Choosing Native Seed for Louisiana Landscapes

More information on the workshop TBD.

Speaker: Steve Nevitt, Owner and Grower, Louisiana Native Seed Company

About the Speaker:

Steve Nevitt is the owner and grower of the Louisiana Native Seed Company based in the Lafayette, Louisiana area, specializing in locally ecotype-sourced native prairie and wildflower seeds, plants, and ecological restoration consultation. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Renewable Resources and Environmental Science and a master’s degree in Geology, both from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette (ULL). He has over 10 years of active experience in regional prairie restoration and conservation work. He advocates for active, informed land management rather than passively leaving disturbed or farmed acreage to recover independently.

Event Details:
August 2, 2027 from 12 pm to 1 pm at the Ione Burden Conference Center (4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809)

Reflections in the Garden is a monthly "lunch and learn" series presented by the Friends of LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens. The lectures are generally held on the first Monday of the month at noon at the Botanic Gardens.

Reflections in the Garden is live-streamed to members of the Friends of the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens through Microsoft Teams. In-person attendance is open to both members and nonmembers with registration.

Friends of the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens is a 501(c)5 non-profit organization. 4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809