Why do we garden? Is it only for beauty and to enhance the curb appeal of houses? Or does the garden also play a role in the local ecology? More and more people are coming to realize that our yards can provide sustenance to wildlife, from butterflies to birds and more, without sacrificing aesthetics. A yard landscaped with well-chosen native plants can not only look good but also provide unparalleled habitat value. Come to this talk to learn the basics of habitat gardening and which native plants in our area are particularly suited for attracting birds and butterflies. A plant list will be available.
A software engineer by training, Arvind Kumar has been growing native plants in his home garden in San Jose for 22 years. He coordinates volunteer workdays at the 2-acre Native Garden in Lake Cunningham Park. He is a board member and former president of our CNPS Chapter.
Mon Jul 07 Ebbetts Pass and Calaveras Big Trees State Park |
Mon Jul 07 @ 8:30AM - Alum Rock Park Restoration |
Wed Jul 09 @ 8:30AM - Alum Rock Park Restoration |
Fri Jul 11 @ 9:00AM - Edgewood Restoration |
Sat Jul 12 @ 8:00AM - 10:00AM Lake Cunningham Native Garden |
Sat Jul 12 @ 8:45AM - 12:00PM Alum Rock Park Restoration |
Sat Jul 12 @ 9:00AM - 11:00AM Cataldi Park Native Garden |
Sat Jul 12 @ 9:00AM - 11:00AM Kirk Park Pollinator Garden |
Mon Jul 14 @ 8:30AM - Alum Rock Park Restoration |
Wed Jul 16 @ 8:30AM - Alum Rock Park Restoration |