Native Shrubs
June 17, 2023 @ 1:00PM — 2:30PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
The Civic Garden Center of Greater Cincinnati: 2715 Reading Rd Cincinnati, OH 45206 Get Directions
Learn about the vital role of the understory shrub layer and where native plants fit.
A key niche in local ecosystems, the understory shrub layer provides essential habitat for wildlife. Native shrubs are an ideal replacement for the invasive and exotic ornamentals we often see making up this layer today.
This basic overview class will highlight some of our favorite native plants and the benefits they provide in our local ecosystems. We’ll start by introducing specific plants, then head outside for a walk around the Civic Garden Center to see some natives in the landscape. Our goal is that you leave inspired to learn more about the beauty of native plants and how to incorporate them into your own yard.
Presenter: Mary Dudley, CGC Ecology Education Manager
Active CGC volunteers can take this class for $5!