Have you heard about the amazing benefits of native plants?  Curious about native plants but not sure what they are or why their important?  Join us for an in depth discussion about native plants and the critical role they play in maintaining healthy ecosystems and communities.  Participants will learn what native plants are, why they are important for both environmental and human health, and how to successfully incorporate them into your home and community landscapes.

Instructor: Wes Landon of Native Edge

Member: $7

Non-Member: $10

Note: This program will take place at the Mary Jane Dockeray Visitor Center at 1715 Hillburn Ave NW.

The program is recommended for ages 13 and up. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Please Note: This program will take place indoors. In the event of severe weather, the program will be canceled and participants will be notified of their refund options.

COVID-19 Information: As of January 1, 2023, face coverings are not required while participating in programs indoors or outdoors at Blandford. Blandford continues to monitor local COVID rates and reserves the right to reinstate masking requirements for staff, general visitors, and program participants of all ages, regardless of vaccination status, if community health concerns arise. Blandford will notify program participants if this policy changes before a scheduled program takes place. Participants should not attend a program if they show any signs of infectious illness, including cough, fever, headache, runny nose, vomiting or diarrhea.