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.
Thu Jul 04 Ebbett’s Pass, Alpine Lake and Calaveras Big Trees – Cabin in Arnold |
Fri Jul 05 @ 9:00AM - 12:00PM Friday Edgewood Restoration |
Sat Jul 06 @ 8:00AM - 10:00AM Lake Cunningham Native Garden |
Sat Jul 06 @ 9:00AM - 11:00AM Community Work Day at the Native Plant Garden in Kirk Park |
Fri Jul 12 @ 9:00AM - 12:00PM Friday Edgewood Restoration |
Sat Jul 13 @ 8:00AM - 10:00AM Lake Cunningham Native Garden |
Sat Jul 13 @ 9:00AM - 11:00AM Community Work Day at the Native Plant Garden in Kirk Park |
Sun Jul 14 @10:00AM - 02:00PM Sanborn County Park Hike (Saratoga) |
Sun Jul 14 @ 1:00PM - 03:00PM Cutting and Seed Exchange + Plant Sale Pickup |
Thu Jul 18 @ 7:00PM - 09:00PM CNPS SCV Board Meeting |