Native Plants for the Urban Landscape
St Daniel's Church, 7010 Valley Park Dr, Clarkston, MI, 48346 Map
Presented by Ruth Vrbensky
Have you been introduced to native plants, but fear of the unknown has prevented you from planting them in your garden? Some natives can get pretty tall, and some are downright aggressive!
Have no fear!
Ruth will share with you the wonders of native plants and a selection of some of the best to use in a home, community or school yard garden. She will even touch on her favorite tips for fall cleanup.
The public is welcome and encouraged to attend this free North Oakland Wild Ones event. Donations are always welcome to help bring future educational opportunities! A printable flyer is available for distribution here. Doors open at 7, and the presentation starts at 7:30.
About the Presenter
Ruth is an Advanced Master Gardener with a special passion for plants native to Michigan. She has taught the subject to Oakland County Master Gardener candidates and various garden organizations and schools in Oakland, Lapeer, Macomb and Wayne County since 2003.
She owns Oakland Wildflower Farm through which she once grew a wide variety of native plants. She now concentrates her efforts on consulting for schools, corporate clients and tending her own gardens. Her yard is a certified NWF Backyard Wildlife Habitat and a certified Monarch butterfly Waystation.