Gardening for Biodiversity with Native Plants

 with Heidi Dollard

The “little things that run the world” are in big trouble: Insect populations are plummeting, and many species are headed for extinction. This spells disaster for our food supply, our ecology, and indeed, life on earth. The good news is that we can turn this around, starting in our own yards. By planting native plants, and other simple steps, we can restore vital insect populations. Come learn what you can do, and be inspired!

This workshop is part of Hampden-Hampshire Conservation District’s Native Plants Winter Workshop Series. You can see the complete list of workshops, their descriptions, and register here.

HHCD is partnering with landowners in the region to convert lawns and other managed landscapes into native plant gardens and meadows. We are hosting a series of workshops on the topic, and landowners can request a professional consultation and receive a starter set of native plants or seed to turn your lawn into a more resilient, carbon-sequestering, pollinator supporting, beautiful space!