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 Meetings
Meetings are held at St. Michael’s Church, 2025 Bellefonte Drive, in Lexington KY unless event states otherwise. Our monthly meetings are on the first Thursday of the month and are free to attend. From 6:30 to 7 PM is a social time with refreshments. Program starts at 7 PM. Join us!
Thursday February 5, 2026 6:30pm
Cultivars & Native Plants: Of form & function
Alicia Bosela, owner of Ironweed Native Plant Nursery will discuss the ongoing debate in the native plant community over whether nativars (cultivars of native plants selected for specific plant traits) are acceptable in a native plant garden or if only strictly native plants are acceptable. Many argue that nativars offer a stepping stone to native plants, and they increase genetic diversity and research shows nativars just as good at helping pollinators as their wild counterparts.
Attendees will be entered for a chance to receive a $25.00 Ironweed Nursery Gift Certificate, donated by Wild Birds Unlimited.
This meeting will be held in basement. Entrance on Libby Street. Park on Libby St and in Libby parking lot.
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 2, 2026 6:30pm
Garden Grant Winners Present their Gardens
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.
Looking to buy native plants, hire a landscape service or volunteer? Please see the Community tab.
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