Plant Expert Kim Eierman Hosting Gardening Series At Greenburgh Nature Center

The is hosting a Nature Friendly Garden Series with Native Plant Expert Kim Eierman. Sign up for one or both of the remaining programs. Limited enrollment, pre-registration is required online—visit our website to reserve your spot. Members: $20 per program; Non-Members: $25 per program.  Pre-Order “Kim’s Pick” of 3 featured plants for your garden for just $20 ($24 at the Greenburgh Nature Center without pre-order—sign up by June 1st)

SAT, MAY 12, 10-11:30AM – GREAT PLANTING FOR GREAT POLLINATORS AND BENEFICIAL INSECTS – Did you know that over 97% of the insects in an average landscape are beneficial to the environment or completely harmless? Learn how to attract the “good bugs” to your yard by planting the right mix of native plants. An assortment of plants discussed will be available for purchase after the program.   Members: $20; Non-Members: $25.

SAT, JUNE 16, 10–11:30AM – BRINGING BEAUTIFUL BUTTERFLIES, SKIPPERS, AND MOTHS INTO YOUR YARD WITH THE RIGHT PLANTS – Have you noticed that there are far fewer butterflies around now than there were when you were a kid? Learn how to attract and support these spectacular creatures in your own yard by planting “host plants" to sustain the caterpillars, and “nectar plants” to feed the adults. After the session, you can buy some of the plants featured in the program. Members: $20; Non-Members: $25.

The Greenburgh Nature Center is a 33-acre woodland preserve with trails, pond, gardens, and outdoor animal exhibits, including a birds of prey aviary.  The indoor exhibits include a live animal museum with over 100 specimens, exhibit areas focusing on nature and the environment, a greenhouse with botanical exhibits, and a gift shop. The mission of the Greenburgh Nature Center is to offer inspiring, hands-on environmental education experiences, to foster an appreciation of nature, and to promote sustainable practices.