“Next Steps for Nature,” featuring the renowned Doug Tallamy. 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. Join NSRWA and the WaterSmart program for a free webinar, “Next Steps for Nature,” featuring the renowned Doug Tallamy. This webinar builds on Tallamy’s newest book, How Can I Help?: Saving Nature with Your Yard, offering real-world solutions to the challenges people face when turning their landscapes into functional ecosystems. Doug Tallamy addresses 500 of the most frequently asked questions about ecological landscaping. Topics include biodiversity, invasive species control, native vs. non-native plants, oak biology, monarch butterflies, urban habitat restoration, and more.
Whether you’re wondering which plants are truly native to your region, how to reduce your lawn’s impact responsibly, or how to support pollinators and birds throughout the seasons, this session will help clarify your next steps. With a mix of science-backed answers and practical encouragement, Tallamy empowers all of us to become agents of ecological change.
About the Presenter: Doug Tallamy, entomologist, ecologist, and author, has transformed the native plant movement through his research and advocacy. A professor at the University of Delaware, he is known for showing how native plants support biodiversity and food webs. He co-founded Homegrown National Park, authored a number of books, including Nature’s Best Hope, and has been recognized as a Lifetime Honorary Director of Wild Ones.