

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Speaker  Series - Gardening with Alberta Native Plants
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 pm (-06:00)
- **Event Description**: In this talk Mathis Natvik will discuss the design, installation, and long-term management of native plant gardens in Calgary.About this EventThursday, April 16 | In-person at the Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre and Online on Zoom7:00 pm - 8:30 pmGardening with Alberta Native PlantsIn this talk Mathis will discuss the design, installation, and long-term management of native plant gardens in Calgary. Southern Alberta ecosystems are full of interesting plants that can be used to create beautiful gardens that support pollinators, birds and other wildlife in your own yard. Topics that Mathis will cover will include:Planning your garden layout and how to create different habitat zones (assessing light conditions, soil preparation, etc.)Plant SelectionPlanting Design (nice plant combinations that look great)Attracting Wildlife (creating features for wildlife)Sourcing and establishing plants (local nurseries, plant rescues, propagating your own plants!).Long-term Management (weeding needs, watering approaches, when to cut down old stalks, etc.)About the PresenterMathis Natvik is a restoration ecologist with just over 30 years of experience restoring grassland, wetland, and woodland ecosystems. His experience also includes innovative use of native plants in the urban environment including roadside wildflower meadows, green roofs, and rain gardens. Mathis has operated a private consulting firm (Natvik Design Inc) since 2000 and provided services to a variety of clients including municipalities, provincial government, NGOs, and private landowners (see www.roofgarden.ca for examples of his work). He also teaches ecological restoration at the University of Calgary in the School of Architecture, Planning, and Landscape.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/56318160-08af-11f1-a70f-b15bde9c1f1d-rimg-w757-h740-dca2d5fe-gmir.jpg AgendaThe Presentation starts at 7:00 pm, followed by Q&amp;A at 8:00 pm
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/calgary/speaker-series-gardening-with-alberta-native-plants/100001982896043444
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 12.06, max: 12.06, currency: CAD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Calgary
- **state**: AB
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: Fish Creek Environmental Learning Center
- **lat**: 50.9275925
- **long**: -114.1320583
- **full address**: Fish Creek Environmental Learning Center, 15931 Woodpath Road Southwest, Calgary, Canada

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- **organizer**: Friends of Fish Creek (https://allevents.in/org/friends-of-fish-creek/22752977)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fish Creek Environmental Learning Center, 15931 Woodpath Road Southwest, Calgary, Canada
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 12.06 up to 12.06 CAD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Friends of Fish Creek
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Speaker  Series - Gardening with Alberta Native Plants ?
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