Sat. January 11 at 12 pm at the Lanpher Memorial Library in Hyde Park

The Benefits of Native Species in the Home Landscape with Denise Ciastko

Join us for an engaging exploration of the many advantages native plants bring to home landscapes. Drawing on over 30 years of hands-on experience, Denise's lecture will introduce you to the beauty, resilience, and ecological importance of true native species. Topics include creating rain gardens, shady nooks, sunny spectacles, selecting the right native plants, understanding the unique roles of native plant communities, and recognizing the characteristics that make each plant essential to pollinators. She'll demystify terms like "nativars," "cultivars," and "hybridized" and explain why planting true native species is crucial for preserving biodiversity in our unique landscape. Discover how pollinators perceive their environment and their fascinating connections with native plants.

Perfect for beginners, this one-hour lecture includes an open Q&A session that allows you to ask questions and deepen your understanding of working with native plants.

Refreshments served.

For more info, contact pollinator-pathway.org/towns/lamoille or greenedenise33@gmail.com

Event Info

Jan 7, 2025, 11 AM to 1 PM

Jan 7, 2025, 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Jan 11, 2025, 2 to 4 PM