Gardening for Biodiversity with Native Plants

Westfield Athenaeum 6 Elm Street, Westfield, MA, United States

The “little things that run the world” are in big trouble: Insect populations are plummeting, and many species are headed for extinction. This spells disaster for our food supply, our […]

Environmentally Friendly Lawns and Lawn Alternatives

Westfield Athenaeum 6 Elm Street, Westfield, MA, United States

Lawns are ecological dead zones. 40 million acres are devoted to lawn in this country; the largest irrigated crop. Mowers emit at least 16 million tons of CO2 per year. […]

Transform Your Yard to Support Pollinators: A 12 Step Program

Hubbard Library (Ludlow) 24 Center Street, Ludlow, MA, United States

Many people now realize the importance of pollinators and other essential wildlife. They want to make their yard pollinator-friendly, but don’t know where to start. This talk will step you […]

Beyond Flowering Plants: Helping Pollinators Thrive Year Round

Westfield Athenaeum 6 Elm Street, Westfield, MA, United States

This talk includes a brief introduction to the biodiversity crisis, explaining why providing habitat for pollinators is essential for maintaining a sustainable ecosystem. Amy will show that pollinators not only […]