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Western PA Wild Ones

We are a local chapter of the “Wild Ones: Native Plants, Natural Landscapes” which promotes environmentally sound landscaping practices to preserve biodiversity through the preservation, restoration and establishment of native plant communities.”

We are located in Western Pennsylvania in the Pittsburgh area. We love native plants, environment, and collaborating with like-minded folks.

Professionals Advancing More Sustainable Landcare Series- #5 Juliette Olshock, Sustainable Landcare Program Manager at Phipps Conservatory

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Juliette Olshock has been the Sustainable Landcare Program Manager at Phipps Conservatory for the past 8 years.  In addition to organizing classes for the general public, she provides training and credentialing for business and nonprofit professionals and dedicated amateurs. This not only helps them to become better at what they do but also helps the […] Continue reading "Professionals Advancing More Sustainable Landcare Series- #5 Juliette Olshock, Sustainable Landcare Program Manager at Phipps Conservatory"

Professionals Advancing More Natural Landcare Series #4: Megan-Higgins Palomo, Director of Tree Pittsburgh’s Heritage Nursery.

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Think of a favorite tree or shrub from your past or present.  Perhaps it was a stately oak in front of your house.  Maybe it is a red maple with bright fall colors.  Could it be an American Pawpaw, although another one would be needed nearby in order to produce fruit.  Multiply that by over […] Continue reading "Professionals Advancing More Natural Landcare Series #4: Megan-Higgins Palomo, Director of Tree Pittsburgh’s Heritage Nursery."

Profiles of professionals advancing more natural landcare series- #2-Northwood Tree Care, Arch Autenreith

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Riiinnng.  “Thanks for connecting with Northwood Tree Care. How can we help?”  “I need you to cut down my oak tree.”  “Thanks for asking about removing your tree, but we are the company to call when you don’t want to remove your trees!” Yes, owner and ISA Board Certified Master Arborist Arch Autenreith and his company focus […] Continue reading "Profiles of professionals advancing more natural landcare series- #2-Northwood Tree Care, Arch Autenreith"

Profiles of professionals advancing more natural landcare series- #1-Shady Grove Landscaping, Kalen McKinney

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It’s always encouraging to meet people who have recently started businesses which encourage clients to plant natives; what good they can do for people and our environment over many years! Kalen started his business, Shady Grove Landscaping, in 2024. He has already become busy enough to do it full-time in the warmer months, and he […] Continue reading "Profiles of professionals advancing more natural landcare series- #1-Shady Grove Landscaping, Kalen McKinney"