The CNPS Conference

Held every three years, the CNPS Conference is the largest native plant gathering in California. Here, plant scientists, horticulturists, land managers, advocates, students, and supporters gather to share ideas, form partnerships, and create connections.

The next CNPS Conference will be held in 2029!

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Conference Highlights

  • Held once every three years
  • Over 1,000 attendees
  • Inspiring keynote speakers
  • Workshops and field trips
  • Over 200 presenters across four program tracks: conservation, plant science, horticulture and education
  • Associated meeting opportunities
  • Student sessions
  • Art, music, and photography
  • Networking events

CNPS 2026 Conference Session Recordings

Experience the CNPS 2026 Conference by watching the recordings of the the sessions, plenary talks, and lightning talks. The recordings are ideal to further your learning for sessions you missed, or catch up if you weren’t able to attend. Choose your area of interest (Conservation, Plant Science, Horticulture & Land Management, or Education) or take the time to watch them all.

Keynote speaker Zoë Schlanger, author of the bestselling book The Light Eaters. Photo credit: Alisha Jucevic

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