Speaker Series: A Second Look at Nativars and Their Place in Your Garden with Chris Koppel, Thursday, April 16, 2026

2026 Winter Speaker Series – Virtual Event via Zoom

April 16, 2026, 6:00 PM
A Second Look at Nativars and Their Place in Your Garden with Chris Koppel

Discover how “nativars” can serve as a bridge between native plants and ornamentals to inspire gardeners, offering a fresh perspective on enhancing the landscape around us. Chris Koppel explores the selection and propagation of these high-value, garden-worthy native plants, mixing a vibrant new palette for landscapes that blend beauty and ecological harmony.

Christopher Koppel, a Connecticut native, brings a deep passion and extensive knowledge of plants to the Steep Rock Association Board. Growing up amidst the marshes and beaches of Connecticut, Chris developed a lifelong appreciation for the natural world. Currently an estate manager in Washington, he focuses on agriculture while maintaining native ecologies in woodland and grassland buffers. Chris’s past roles include managing the woodlands of the Skylands and the Japanese garden at Iroki estates. He also serves on the Inland Wetlands Commission, demonstrating his commitment to environmental conservation.

Thank you donors for making all of these events FREE. This program is virtual. Registration is required – Zoom link to be provided via email upon registration.➡️REGISTER NOW