Native Plants: What do you have and what should you get?
By definition, a "native" plant is one that is living, growing, and reproducing naturally in a particular region. Many people are surprised to learn how many plants (trees, shrubs, flowers) already in our gardens and yards are native to Michigan, and how many more there are that can add beauty and other endearing qualities. Discussion will include what makes a tree 'native' and when they are best used or when a nonnative would better suit the goal. **ISA Credits Pending**
Garden writer and instructor Janet Macunovich and horticultural photographer Steven Nikkila give you tips for making the most of native plants' best qualities: lower maintenance, less disease and pest problems and more wildlife. All are welcome.
Please join us for this free opportunity!
Funding for this project is provided by the USDA Forest Service and MDNR Urban and Community Forestry Program through the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.