Wild Ones Pontchartrain Basin Chapter

Mandeville, LA

Native Plant Society

About

Wild Ones Pontchartrain Basin Chapter is dedicated to promoting environmentally sound landscaping practices that preserve biodiversity throughout the Pontchartrain Basin region. As a chapter of Wild Ones Natural Landscapers, this Mandeville-based organization works to restore and establish native plant communities in both public and private gardens, helping residents understand the ecological importance of reintroducing native species to their landscapes. The chapter serves as a gathering place for like-minded individuals passionate about native plant conservation, offering educational programs, community events, and hands-on activities that empower residents to make a positive environmental impact. Through seed collection initiatives, workshops, and collaborative projects, Wild Ones Pontchartrain Basin Chapter drives the natural landscaping movement forward while building a supportive community of native plant advocates.

Programs

Seed packaging and social events
Seed cleaning workshops
Native species demonstration projects
National webinars and educational seminars
Monthly board meetings and community gatherings
Native plant landscaping education
Monarch butterfly and milkweed initiatives

Focus Areas

Native PlantsHabitat GardeningEducation