About us
## Licking County and Central Ohio Garden Enthusiasts: Growing Community Through Local Gardening
NEW GROUP!
We're just getting started and looking for our first members to help this community grow from the ground up!
We're a relaxed community of gardening enthusiasts in Licking County and Central Ohio who share a passion for native plants, pollinators, sustainable practices, and Ohio's natural beauty.
*What to expect:*
• Regular posts about local gardening events, classes, plant sales, workshops, and nature programs, free monthly online virtual webinars
• Opportunities to connect with fellow gardeners in our rural community
• A platform to share gardening tips, plant suggestions, and local resources
• Occasional informal meetups at community gardens, arboretums, and nature centers
*A personal note from the organizer:*
As a recent transplant to the area, I'm starting this group to put down roots in more ways than one! Gardening has brought me joy, better health, connection with nature, and a sense of purpose - benefits I hope to share with neighbors who feel the same way.
*This group is perfect for anyone interested in:*
• Learning about Ohio native plants and supporting pollinators
• Discovering local gardening resources and events you might otherwise miss (and occasional events in other parts of Ohio including Cincinnati, Cleveland, Wooster, Athens, Columbus, Pittsburgh, Dayton and beyond)
• Connecting with neighbors who share your gardening interests (vegetables, trees, native plants, pollinators, flowers, herbs, food preservation, integrated pest management, invasive plant management, organic and conventional, garden art and crafts, took care and safety)
• Building a more resilient, nature-friendly community in our rural area
Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting out, join us to stay informed about local gardening happenings and connect with like-minded enthusiasts in Licking County and beyond!
No membership fees or participation requirements - simply join, stay informed, and participate when you can.
Upcoming events
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Seed and Plant Swap- Newark Library Downtown
Newark Library, 101 W Main St, Newark, OH, USApril 21, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Licking County Library Seed and Plant SwapNewark, Ohio
LICKING COUNTY LIBRARY
Seed & Plant SwapTuesday, April 21, 2026
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Licking County Library | Newark
Discovery Center (basement)
101 W. Main Street | NewarkBring your extra seeds & plants & swap with others! Invasive or potentially invasive plants are prohibited. See prohibited list here
To encourage participants to remove invasive plants and to plant native plants, Pollinator Pathway offers free native plants at the swap. Please label the plants you bring.
Bring plants in soil or water (hydroponics)
Bring plants propagated by:
dividing (separating an already growing plant)
rooting a leaf (typically done with succulents)
rooting a cutting (a small stem with leaves)
Label plants or seeds as best you can (common or scientific name, sun/shade, water, size, etcParticipants can take one new plant for each one they bring
1 attendee
Past events
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