Conservation Talks: Spilling the Beans on Gardening for Biodiversity
Thu, May 07
|Edmonton Valley Zoo
Learn how to transform your backyard into a thriving ecosystem this spring! Join ENPS at the Edmonton Valley Zoo on May 7 for an inspiring evening dedicated to the beauty and importance of Edmonton’s local flora. There will be a presentation, panel discussion, and a small native plant seedling sale.


Time & Location
May 07, 2026, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Edmonton Valley Zoo, 13315 Buena Vista Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 2R7, Canada
About the event
Our urban landscapes hold the key to supporting local wildlife and restoring our natural heritage. This event will “Spill the Beans” on the world of gardening with native plants. Following the talk, there will be a panel discussion with local native plant experts who can answer your native plant gardening questions! Bonus: Stick around after the panel discussion for a small Native Plant Seedling Sale! Take home the perfect plants to start your biodiversity journey this year.
Hosted in the Wild Neighbors Cafe in the Zoo’s public plaza, admission to the zoo is not required for this event. Seating is limited in the cafe, but we will work to reserve a chair for you if you RSVP for the event.
Here's a link to the event page on the Zoo's website: https://www.edmonton.ca/attractions_events/edmonton_valley_zoo/event-days
