Native plants can help us turn our gardens into beautiful, ecologically functioning plant communities. Join Angela Bowman of Bowman Gardens for an introduction to the topic, where we’ll discuss the benefits of gardening with native plants as well as:
• a list of prairie and woodland plants that grow well in urban sites
• how to combine plants for beauty, continuous blooming, and ecological function
• site preparation, planting, and stewardship
This session is free to attend, but your $10 suggested donation helps support local businesses Chicago Market and Bowman Gardens. After you click "Send RSVP" below, an optional donation page will appear right below the confirmation text if you would like to support us.
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About the presenter: Angela Bowman generates green spaces that not only look beautiful but also provide sanctuary and bring us closer to nature. By designing and planting with ecological processes in mind, we can unleash the power of gardens to restore lost animal habitat, manage stormwater, regenerate damaged soil, and improve climate resilience. Bowman Gardens offers design, installation, project management, and stewardship services as well as garden coaching and consulting.
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