Expert Is In: Plants & Watersheds (On-site Drop-in Program)

Want to know more about what D.C.'s infrastructure has to do with plants in Florida? Drop by the Terrace to talk with Molly and learn why coastal plants at the end point of a watershed are affected by actions upstream. Explore how green infrastructure in urban areas – like rain gardens, street trees, and green roofs – can make a big difference for the health of a watershed and its plants. Bring your questions and connect with a plant science professional in this Expert Is In program.

Presenter: Dr. Molly Nation, Associate Professor at Florida Gulf Coast University

This program is offered as part of a partnership with the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Alumni Program.

Intended Audience: All Levels
Saturday, July 5, 2025
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Eastern
Location: Conservatory Terrace
FREE: This is a drop-in program. No registration needed.

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