Lawnscaping: Rethinking the Traditional Southern Lawn
With Danesha Seth-Carley, Ph.D
Associate Professor, Dept. of Horticultural Science, NCSU
Date: Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Eastern via Zoom
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Cost:
GAONC Members- Free
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About this Presentation:
Once a symbol of status, the traditional, perfectly manicured lawn is now being reimagined by homeowners who want more sustainable, beautiful spaces that support pollinators, protect biodiversity, and reduce environmental impact. In this engaging presentation, Dr. Danesha Seth Carley introduces lawnscaping—a fresh approach to designing low-to-no maintenance lawns that reflect the South’s unique climate and charm. Whether you’re curious about tapestry lawns, meadows, xeriscaping, or just want to rethink your turfgrass, this talk will offer inspiration, science-based guidance, and practical tips for transitioning from a high-input lawn to a resilient, pollinator-friendly landscape.
The presentation will be recorded for
members to view later in our Video Library.
About Our Speaker:
Dr. Seth Carley is an Associate Professor in the Department of Horticultural Science at NC State, as well as the Director for the Center for Integrated Pest Management. As an Urban Ecosystem Ecologist, her area of expertise is sustainable managed urban landscapes with a focus on pollinator health. Recent research programs include pollen quality in commonly planted wild-flowers, pollinator ecology along roadsides in NC, and native plant conservation and pollinator habitat establishment at historic Pinehurst No. 2 and No. 4 Golf Courses. In addition to grant writing, and research, Dr. Seth Carley frequently lectures at Beekeeper Association meetings, Master Gardener meetings, and other events where community members are interested in learning more about pollinator habitat conservation and protection. Her second book, on Lawnscaping, is almost ready for publication.
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