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This for That: Native Plant Alternatives for Beauty and Function​

 

In this illustrated talk, author of over ten books about native plants and gardening Lorraine Johnson will present native alternatives to the familiar flowers introduced from elsewhere that often fill our gardens. Using specific examples, Lorraine explores how we can achieve the same beauty in our landscapes but with enhanced ecological value by growing plants that provide habitat for pollinators and thrive with relatively little maintenance. Plant-by-plant native alternatives to introduced plants are featured.Lorraine Johnson is an avid gardener and author of 10+ books about native plants and gardening, most recently “A Garden for the Rusty-Patched Bumble Bee: Creating Habitat for Native Pollinators. Lorraine is the founding editor of the magazine Ground: Landscape Architect Quarterly; a patron of Toronto Botanical Garden; a former president of the North American Native Plant Society; former Board member of LEAF (Local Enhancement and Appreciation of Forests); former Board member of Wild Ones!; a community gardening activist and an activist for legalizing urban hens; and a frequent speaker on topics related to gardening, nature and environmental and social issues.

 

This winter meeting will be held via Zoom, from 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm, with bridge access commencing at 7:15 pm.​Registration by e-mail to kanatamhs@gmail.com is required to obtain the Zoom link to access the meeting, by 5 pm, Monday, February 3rd. Cost is $5 for non-members (payable by e-Transfer to kanatamhs@gmail.com) or become a member and enjoy our full 2025 program for $20.