February 20th 9:30 am
Container Gardens, Butterfly Gardens and All that Stuff
Speaker: Doug Tallamy, TA Baker, Professor of Agriculture, University of Delaware and co-founder of HomeGrown National Parks, a resource to regenerate biodiversity in your own backyard
Here is a sneak preview of some of the many tips Tallamy will be sharing: Many native plants have extensive root systems, so use large pots Some native species can grow tall and will need a wall, stake, trellis, or hoop for support. Perennial species (plants that live for more than one year) may come back year after year. It is important to leave pots outside in a semi-sheltered area so that the plants go through natural cold cycles. Clay, ceramic, and terracotta pots may crack in low temperatures. If you live in an area with cold winters, consider using plastic pots. At the end of the season, if you don’t want to keep your potted plant, either plant it in the ground or give it to a friend. And, please remember to log your container plants ON THE HNP MAP.