Mangrove Chapter Guided Walk - Native vs. Not at LCWP

Monday, December 22, 9:00-11:00 AM Join Dr. Bill Dunson from the Mangrove Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society and Lemon Bay Conservancy for a nature walk at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve (3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood). The primary topic will be a discussion and contrast of native and non-native plants and why they are considered important to habitat restoration. This is not actually a simple question to answer for at least two reasons- 1. Defining native vs non-native is not a black and white matter, and 2. Assuming you recognize the advantages of using some "FL friendly" non-natives as sources of flowers, fruit and foliage, what criteria are acceptable to use some non-natives in our landscapes? For example if you want monarchs to breed, what milkweeds should you plant? We welcome all points of view and will attempt to broaden your knowledge of the subject. This event is free, and all are welcome to participate. For more information, contact bWFuZ3JvdmVjaGFwdGVyIHwgZm5wcyAhIG9yZw==.