Florida Friendly Landscaping for Barrier Islands

Florida Friendly Landscaping for Barrier Islands

This informative session focuses on creating beautiful and sustainable landscapes specifically for barrier islands.

By Lee County Extension

Date and time

Thursday, June 27 · 1:30 - 3:30pm EDT

Location

Sanibel Public Library

770 Dunlop Road Sanibel, FL 33957

About this event

  • 2 hours

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the experts and create a Florida yard that thrives on your barrier island!

  • Water conservation techniques for coastal environments
  • Protecting our delicate coastal ecosystems
  • Creating resilient landscapes that can withstand coastal challenges
  • Attracting and supporting wildlife through barrier island-friendly landscaping practices

Optional Walk Afterwards:

Join the Master Gardeners for an optional walk to the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation Garden Center (1300 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL 33957) after the session. Explore their demonstration gardens and learn even more about barrier island landscaping firsthand.

This session takes place in June, so please dress comfortably and consider bringing:

  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Comfortable walking shoes


Frequently asked questions

Where to park?

Parking is FREE on the Sanibel Public Library parking lot and, if you wish to join the SCCF Plant Walk following the presentation, there is also FREE parking on the SCCF parking lot.

Should I bring anything?

If you participate in the Plant Walk, it takes place in outside in June, so please dress comfortably and consider bringing: • Hat • Sunscreen • Reusable water bottle • Comfortable walking shoes

Is there any cost to attend?

If you live "off island" you will incur the cost of the toll on the Sanibel Causeway.

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