Introduction to Native Plants

Grand Island Nature Alliance

Join us for a fun and informative session where we'll learn all about the beauty and benefits of native plants in our area!

1715 Bedell Rd

Welcome to the "Introduction to Native Plants" event!Come join us for an informative session where you can learn all about the beauty and benefits of native plants. Discover how these plants play a crucial role in our ecosystem and why they are essential for a sustainable environment. Habitat loss from destruction, fragmentation and degradation is a threat the native flora and fauna. Gardeners in urban, suburban and rural residential communities are uniquely suited to providing pockets of biodiversity to provide long term environmental sustainability. Keystone species (plants, bushes and trees) - locally sourced – provides the best chances for success.Our event will be held at the Grand Island Library at 1715 Bedell Rd, where you can immerse yourself in the world of native plants and gain a new appreciation for the natural flora around us.Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone interested in native plants and their importance. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with nature and learn something new!

Kathy Contrino will be the guest speaker and brings a wealth of knowledge on the subject. Kathy promotes the use of native plants in residential gardens in order to improve ecological diversity. She has been growing native plants and designing native plant gardens since 1997. Kathy is a Master Gardener (Orleans County), working on her certification in Medicinal plants and, as an avid birder, participates in the Feederwatch program with Cornell University. Currently Kathy is recreating the Great Lakes ecosystem on her 10 acres in Akron, NY where she participates in the open gardens section of the Gardens Buffalo Niagara. Kathy owns and operates the CW Native Plant Farm and CW Native Botanika.

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