The Earthworms Podcast, hosted by Jean Ponzi, presents information, education and conversation with activists and experts on environmental issues and all things green. This week’s topic is close to home, Native Plants: Growing a Joint Venture with Nature. Jean talks native plants with Neil Diboll, one of the keynote speakers…
We are celebrating the addition of Marypat Ehlmann to our board! Equally good news is the fact that she has begun serving as our volunteer coordinator. Below is her description of the paths that brought her to us and some of the experience she brings with her, which she is…
The preseason and spring events have begun. April’s activities will be announced later, and you might have trouble choosing which programs to attend as there are so many! For now, here’s what we are attending and/or are aware of for February and March. Grab your notepads and questions and prepare…
Hello native plant enthusiasts. We are excited to announce this year’s calendar, which lists our monthly gatherings and other related events for 2017. For your convenience, the gathering schedule is listed below. However, please refer to the calendar before attending an event as it may be updated or changed. Date: Wednesday, February…
By Marcia K. Myers Blog Editor, Wild Ones – St. Louis Chapter With a mostly clear, sunny sky and an unusually warm 72 degree day on Saturday, January 21, about 32 attendees stood near a persimmon tree (Diospyros virginiana) listening to Kyle Cheesborough, ISA certified arborist and the horticulture supervisor for…
By Marsha Gebhardt President, Wild Ones – St. Louis Chapter From an editorial review of The Little Hummingbird by Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas on Amazon from School Library Journal: “Based on a South American indigenous story, The Little Hummingbird tells of a forest fire that causes the animals to flee for…
After a long illness, Sharon Pedersen died peacefully on January 15, according to her daughter Liz Kampschroeder. From CaringBridge, Sharon was first diagnosed with leukemia in May of 2014. After reviewing the side effects of the treatment options, she decided not to seek treatment and wasn’t expected to live more than a year. …
This spring, five local, native plant experts and enthusiasts will teach nine continuing-education classes at the St. Louis Community College – Meramec. March 28, 2017 Tu 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. NATR 720 | 650 | $25.00 ($12.50 for people 60+) Monarchs and Milkweed Dave Tylka, Biologist, photographer, native landscape…
Event of interest: “Bellefontaine Cemetery and the Missouri Prairie Foundation are offering a free tour, open to the public, of the native plant projects underway at the beautiful, history Bellefontaine Cemetery. Bellefontaine Cemetery Horticulture Supervisor Kyle Cheesborough will be our guide for this driving and walking tour of several exciting projects at Bellefontaine,…
Mark your calendar for this year’s Partners for Native Landscaping gala reception on Friday, March 3 and workshop on Saturday, March 4, 2017. Keynote speakers Heather Holm, author of Pollinators of Native Plants and Neil Diboll, President of Prairie Nursery will give talks on Friday. Saturday’s workshop provides opportunities to learn…
