MAY HABITAT GARDENS - Crestwood Charm
Q. How do you garden for wildlife in the middle of town? A. Beautifully!
Date and time
Location
Crestwood Shops
337 East 55th Street Kansas City, MO 64113Refund Policy
About this event
- 5 hours
Q. How do you garden for wildlife in the middle of town?
A. Beautifully!
Join us May 11th to see three wonderful habitat gardens full of wildlife-supporting native plants, located on traditional blocks in the heart of Kansas City.
FORMAL PROFUSION
The architectural symmetry of this house belies the wildlife focus of its gardens, which include wonderfully informal, “messy” plants like Elderberry.
BUTTERFLY BUNGALOW
This 1920s Craftsman Bungalow is abuzz with pollinators and native plants on every side, including the entire front yard. (This is also a great model for people with sloping lots.)
SUNSET HILL SURPRISE
Vast empty lawn is the rule in grand neighborhoods, but this Sunset Hills garden hides in plain sight, with structured beds full of native plants.
ST. FRANCIS SANCTUARY
Hold up... did we say three habitat gardens? Here's #4 — a bonus Scenic Detour! This fairy cottage sits behind a bird paradise of native shrubs, vines and trees.
ADMISSION
Join us any way you want:
- Donate: Suggested rates are $10 for one person, $18 for two people. "Suggested" means just that: pay less or more, according to your means. Everyone is welcome!
- Subscribe: Sign up for the season (also by suggested donation, according to your means). If you're already a Subscriber, you are good to go - no need to register. Just watch for the email with addresses and details on the Thursday before each Second Saturday.
- Volunteer: Garden Guides get a private preview each month they volunteer, plus you meet the nicest people in town — your fellow volunteers! (Volunteer 3x for a complimentary season subscription.)
Thank you and see you in the garden!
MORE INFO:
* Visit DeepRoots.org/habitatgardens to learn more
* Subscribe to The Pollinator for the latest buzz on all our programs
* Email grace@deeprootskc.org with any questions
Frequently asked questions
We want everyone to join us. While donations help fund the program, rates are suggestions only. If they pose financial difficulty, simply pay as you can. Conversely, if the opposite is true, consider increasing your donation to help cover costs and make the tours possible for all. Thank you!
We're doing this for them - so there will be birds and butterflies in their lifetimes. So please bring your whole family. Children under twelve are free. (Anyone over twelve pays whatever they can).
The location above is the general area so you can plan. Watch your inbox the Thursday before the tour date for an email with addresses and information, including the native plants and habitats you'll see. These aren't just pretty flowers — they play crucial roles in supporting our environment.
Email me at grace@deeprootskc.org. Thank you!