Tag: pollinator plants

  • Bee Mine!

    Give a BEE-autiful gift to that special someone in your life this Valentine’s Day by sponsoring bulbs or pollinator plants in his or her honor.  Your gift will improve the biological diversity and beauty of the natural environment on the Charles River Esplanade through supporting its horticulture efforts. Your recipient will receive a custom e-card acknowledging your gift.

    For years to come, when you walk the park and see flowers, you’ll know your gift helped support imperiled bee communities. Bulbs – Each year, thousands of flowers mark the arrival of spring. Give the gift of renewal and honor someone special by having bulbs planted at the park. Pollinator Plants – Pollinators such as bees and butterflies are declining around the world due to loss of habitat. Your donation will help create a lush and diverse habitat for our imperiled pollinators while beautifying the park for you and your loved ones for years to come. To purchase your Valentine gift,  which range from $50 – $500, visit www.esplanadeassociation.org.

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  • Sunday, October 14, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm – Growing Pollinator-Friendly Plants From Seed

    Learn how to grow the top New England plants for pollinators from seed. The fates of native plants and pollinators are intricately interwoven; both are essential to the environment. Growing from seed is an affordable solution for creating pollinator habitat in a home gardener’s yard. This New England Wild Flower Society class, to be held at Nasami Farm in Whately on Sunday, October 14 from 10 – 1, covers all information needed to raise these pollinator powerhouses. Instructor Kate Stafford leads the class. $40 for NEWFS members, $48 for nonmembers. Register online at www.newenglandwild.org.  Image from www.northeastpollinator.com.

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