The Lexington Chapter of Wild Ones is an environmental advocacy group that promotes the use of native plants in private gardens and public landscapes.
Wild Ones Has a New Meeting Location!
Meetings are now held at South Elkhorn Christian Church, 4343 Harrodsburg Rd, Lexington, KY 40513 unless event states otherwise. Our monthly meetings are on the first Thursday of the month, except for April which will be the second Thursday April 9th because of Holy Week. Our meetings are free to attend. From 6:30 to 7 PM is a social time with refreshments. Program starts at 7 PM. Join us!
The Garden Treasures Table at Wild Ones Meetings
Members are invited to bring garden or nature-related items to the Garden Treasures table at chapter meetings. Items such as books on plants, birds, insects, butterflies, or clean pots, native plants or houseplants, seed packets, nature-themed art or crafts, and useful tools are welcome. Selected items may be taken in exchange for a cash donation to the chapter. If an item is not chosen, please take it with you when you leave.
Thursday March 5, 2026 6:30pm
Bringing Back the Forest
Dr. Chris Barton, UK Professor of Forestry, is also founder and president of Green Forests Work, an NGO that aims to improve the environment and economy of mined landscapes. Through this program, 8 million trees have been planted on mined lands in Appalachia and Australia and over 30,000 volunteers have participated. Dr. Barton will share research into reforestation of post-mined land and supporting programs.
Thursday April 9, 2026 6:30pm
Garden Grant Winners Present their Gardens
City Nature Challenge
Three recipients of the Lexington Wild Ones Garden Grants will describe their gardens, how they used the grant funds, and faced and resolved challenges. The meeting will also present the opportunity to volunteer in the City Nature Challenge. Beverly James, Executive Director of Floracliff Nature Sanctuary, will provide training and use of app iNaturalist. Please have the app downloaded on your phone.
Lexington Wild Ones 2026 Garden Grant Program
If you would like to participate in our 2026 garden grant program, we are sponsoring 4 garden grants to encourage the planting of native plants. Grants are $300 each. Grant funds can be used to create a new garden or expand an existing garden. For more information on this opportunity, see Lexington Wild Ones 2026 Garden Grant.
Looking to buy native plants, hire a landscape service or volunteer? Please see the Community tab.
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