Wild by Design: Crafting Aesthetic Meadows in Pots, Beds, and Backyards to Support Our Pollinators

Turn any space into a Polinator Sanctuary—no matter the size!

This includes & goes beyond Pollinator Gardens. 

Whether you have a sweeping backyard or a single sunny balcony, you have the power to support our local pollinators. Join Mark Gostkiewicz of Tri Gable Lea Farm for a practical and rewarding look at how we can bring nature back into our home spaces through intentional design. This isn’t just about letting the grass grow; it’s about using thoughtful strategies to create habitats that look as good to us as they do to the bees and butterflies. 

Mark will present a "Menu of Possibilities"—a streamlined set of ideas that allow you to start where you are. From using containers to create "Micro-Meadows" on your deck to transforming a traditional lawn into a living tapestry of native plants, you’ll learn how to build a pollinator-friendly world that fits your specific space and lifestyle.

What will I learn in the Workshop?

• Scaling the Sanctuary: Learn specific design strategies for every space, including "Micro-Meadows" in pots, curated perennial borders, and large-scale lawn conversions.

• The Pollinator Menu: Not ready for a full meadow? No problem. Discover a menu of bite-sized actions you can take today to support local life without feeling overwhelmed.

• Sourcing & Stewardship: Master the art of "Buying vs. Building." We’ll discuss how to shop for the best native plants at nurseries and how to propagate your own through seeds, cuttings, and division to save money and grow your impact.

• The Habitat Blueprint: Go beyond the bloom! We’ll explore the "other" essentials for pollinators, including nesting sites, water sources, and how to provide "winter hotels" in your garden.

• Intentional Design: Learn the secrets to keeping your garden looking purposeful and beautiful, using structure, layering, and "cues to care" that keep the space looking managed and inviting.

Whether you are a condo dweller with a green thumb or a homeowner ready to rethink your landscape, this class provides the tools to create a thriving, beautiful ecosystem right outside your door.

Plus, you’ll receive Mark’s "Pollinator Palette" Guide—a curated list of plants for every space and a step-by-step checklist to start your sanctuary! These are included in his handouts and slides with the class. 

Don’t just plant a garden—design a habitat. Sign up today and let’s get Wild by Design!