Welcome to the ninth Turning a New Leaf sustainable landscaping conference. In a time that has felt anything but normal we dedicate the 2021 conference to "Planting a New Normal" , with the goal of highlighting collaborations that normalize sustainable practices and ensure diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.
We believe that landscape professionals have a unique opportunity to effect positive change in the Chesapeake Bay region- a task best achieved when we work together. Join us as we work together to create a healthier, and more equitable, watershed.
2021 marks 31 years of growing plants for sustainable landscapes and service to our customers.
Founded in 1990 as Octoraro Wetland Nursery, we grew 80% herbaceous and aquatic wetland species and 20% woody plants. The Maryland Reforestation Act of 1989 pushed tree planting to the foreground. Pennsylvania’s Growing Greener Program of 1999 provided funding for water quality improvement and green infrastructure projects in “Penn’s Woods”. As the market and regulatory environment changed, we changed as well. Today we grow only native trees and shrubs.
We want to thank you for your partnership and trust over these 31 years. It has been our pleasure to forge lasting relationships with individuals, companies, organizations and agencies. Years ago we made the following statement: “As we look ahead our goals remain simple and steadfast, to provide exceptional plants and quality, personal service to our customers.”
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