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Native Plant Landscaping Seminar: Oaks and other Shady Characters
- Date: January 20, 2024 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Location: Thrive
1950 S. Valley Parkway
Lewisville, Texas 75067
The Friends of LLELA invite you to their annual Native Plant Landscaping Seminar. This year's topic is "Oaks and Other Shady Characters" with featured guest speaker, Dr. Doug Tallamy, via Skype! The cost for this seminar is $40, which includes four outstanding speakers, a Tree Walk along with morning coffee, tea, and juice, and a boxed lunch at noon. Come and find out why Doug Tallamy calls “the Oak Tree a Keystone Plant” and learn more about other “Shady Characters.”
The Nature of Oaks
1. Doug Tallamy, Author of Bringing Nature Home, via Skype
The Benefits of Trees: Creating a Canopy in Dallas’ District 11
2. Colleen Murray, Dallas Environmental Commissioner for District 11
Shady Natives
3. Liz Moyer, Master Gardener and Native Plant Society of Texas
Gall Lady Presents Galls: Let’s Get Curiously Addicted!
4. Kimberlie Sasan, Cross Timbers Texas Master Naturalist.
5. Diane Wetherbee, Certified Citizen Forester, Texas Master Naturalist, Texas Native Plant Society of Texas, will lead a Tree Walk through the Thrive Nature Park.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from one of the foremost experts in ecological gardening. Transform your outdoor space, support local biodiversity, and join us for an inspiring and educational day. Secure your spot today through the Friends of LLELA website, and let's cultivate a greener, more sustainable future together!
This event is at Lewisville Thrive, 1950 S. Valley Pkwy, Lewisville, TX 75067