# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Lawn Alternatives Workshop: Session one of two
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 08:30 am – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: This is a two-session workshop. You sign up for session one and are automatically set for both sessions. 

The traditional lawn is considered one of the least sustainable types of landscape. Annual upkeep for a healthy lawn requires large amounts of water and fertilizers paired with weekly mowing and string trimming, all of which pollutes the environment. In addition, lawns provide zero wildlife value to local ecosystems. Some lawn can be a great addition to a garden, but we also know that converting unused lawn can reduce annual maintenance costs, conserve water, eliminate the need for chemicals, and benefit our surrounding ecosystems.

In this two-session workshop we will discuss the history of the conventional lawn and its impact on the environment. We’ll go through the step-by-step process of how to transition this type of lawn to a more sustainable option, and apply this process hands on to an area of the Agricultural Center grounds. Participants will also take part in a design charette where participants will identify a turf area from their own property, and be given the tools to create a design with a transition plan and a plant palette. (A charette is a design workshop in which the challenges of specific projects are discussed, and solutions adopted in a limited time frame)

Session one: Saturday, May 2nd at 8:30am (1-hour lecture, 3.5-hour hands-on)

The history of the conventional lawn and how it became a staple in the American landscape
The environmental impact of turfgrass maintenance
The step-by-step process of converting multiple types of conventional turfgrass
Lawn alternative plant palettes
Class will prepare an existing turf area for lawn to garden conversion

Session two: Sunday, May 17 at 8:30am (90-minute design charette, 3-hour hands-on work session)

Participants will come to the session with an area of their own they are considering converting. In the first part of the session, they will be given design templates and plant lists to create a design, transition plan, and plant palette. The class instructor will provide feedback and guidance for each participant.

For the second part of the session, the class will layout and plant the area that was prepped in session one. Participants will also mulch and water in the area while discussing maintenance plans, potential challenges and techniques to set your own plants up to thrive. We’ll cover information about proper planting, mulching and long-term watering techniques to better ensure the success of your plants.

All materials for both sessions are provided.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/moorestown/lawn-alternatives-workshop-session-one-of-two/200029804128553
- **Event Categories**: workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Moorestown
- **state**: NJ
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 500 Centerton Road, 08057
- **lat**: 39.98584
- **long**: -74.8939
- **full address**: 500 Centerton Road, 08057, 500 Centerton Rd, Moorestown, NJ 08057-3917, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Lawn Alternatives Workshop: Session one of two being held?
  - **A:** Lawn Alternatives Workshop: Session one of two takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 08:30 am to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm at 500 Centerton Road, 08057, 500 Centerton Rd, Moorestown, NJ 08057-3917, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Lawn Alternatives Workshop: Session one of two?
  - **A:** Lawn Alternatives Workshop: Session one of two is organized by Burlington County Agricultural Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Lawn Alternatives Workshop: Session one of two is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Moorestown, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Lawn Alternatives Workshop: Session one of two sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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