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Saving Nature: Conserving Native Texas One Yard at a Time

Presentation Details

The reasons for growing native plants in our yards and parks are shown. The importance of native ecosystems to nature and urban society as well as the benefits of native plants in home landscapes are presented. Information presented includes global, national, Texas, and Montgomery County specific trends in land use and how this adversely impacts wildlife and ecosystem functions. Research on the impact of native plants on nature is presented along with practical examples of benefits of native plants to the local ecosystem(s).

Equipment Required:
Projector, Screen, Television
Additional Requirements:
If using, TV should have HDMI. If not, will need projector.
Ecoregions Covered:
East Central Texas Plains, Gulf Coast Prairies and Marshes, Texas Blackland Prairies, Western Gulf Coastal Plain

Presenter Information

  • Mike McGee

    Mike has a lifelong interest in nature and gardening and currently volunteers with the Native Committee at Mercer Botanic Gardens in Houston. He's a member of his local chapters of the Native Plant Society and Texas Master Naturalists.

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