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Chapter Meeting: Insects: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Bob Dailey explores the roles of beneficial and harmful insects, along with organic ways to manage pests like mosquitoes while protecting pollinators and the environment.
Boerne Chapter Meeting May 5
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Michele Fissel, who will be sharing the importance of Texas wild rice (Zizania texana) and its four species. Texas wild rice is a member of the genus Zizania, a native grain to the North American continent. The genre has historically been of importance to
BE SEED MINDED!
Native Plant Seed Library Initiative – The Lakes and Pines Chapter is partnering with the Mineola Memorial Library to create a local native plant seed library. By collecting and donating native plant seeds, you help preserve local plant diversity and expand access to plants that support pollinators, wildlife, and healthy
Lakes and Pines Mineola Memorial Library Outreach Program
The Lakes and Pines Chapter is excited to share a new outreach partnership with the Mineola Memorial Library as we expand opportunities to connect with our community.
May 6 – Lakes & Pines Chapter Meeting: “How Native Vegetation Creates Reptile and Amphibian Habitat” presented by Shelby Rodriguez-Edward, TPWD Wildlife Biologist
Maintaining native vegetation supports biodiversity, soil and water quality, and preserving the ecological conditions necessary for reptiles and amphibians. Shelby Rodriguez-Edwards, District Wildlife Biologist for TP&W, will discuss how native vegetation creates reptile and amphibian habitat.
Designing for Maintenance with Paula
In 2009 Paula Stone bought 10 acres of worn out land on the edge of Fredericksburg. The vision this avid native plant gardener had was not what she saw – a land littered with tires, washing machines and golf balls – but of one that incorporated the natural beauty and life of Texas.
Coming Soon: Annual Member Contests
Annual member contests are a tradition at the Native Plant Society of Texas. Once again this year we will have contests in photography, short videos and chapter newsletters. Winners will be recognized at our fall symposium. We will let you know later when the time comes for submitting your entries.
Thursday May 7th -Garden Tour: Transforming Your Piece of this Earth – From Non-Native to a Native Yard Habitat without a Plan or Much Knowledge. If I can do it, so can you!
Come see what happens when you start adding natives to your yard. See Over 100 different native plants and the life they bring to one suburban yard! Refreshments served. Thursday May 7th 6-7:30 PM – Come, go or stay a while.
Thursday, July 2nd -Tree Identification Walk Led by Carol Loopstra, Ph.D.
Join Carol Loopstra, Ph.D., for a tree walk! Thursday, July 2nd- gather at 6:15, start at 6:30, end by 7:30pm. After 31 years of research and teaching at Texas A&M University, Carol Loopstra, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Ecology and Conservation Biology, recently retired leaving a legacy rooted as deeply
April 1 Lakes & Pines Chapter Meeting: “Understanding Soil Biology for Healthier Plants Using Earth-Kind Practices” – presented by Clint T. Perkins, County Extension Agent-Ag/NR Smith County
Clint’s program highlights how health soil biology improves plant vigor, drought tolerance, and nutrient uptake.
