Think of the Planet: Benefits of Native Plants
Event Details
Date:
September 29, 2026
Time:
6:30pm — 7:30pm
Venue:
Howard County Library System, Miller Branch
9421 Frederick Road
Ellicott City, MD
The next presentation for the Howard County Sierra Club’s Think of the Planet Series will feature an insightful presentation on the benefits of planting native species in the fall. Discover how fall planting reduces the need for watering, as cooler temperatures and increased rainfall support plant establishment. Learn about the cost-effectiveness of using plugs which allow plants to develop robust root systems over the winter. We’ll also explore the advantages of direct seeding, particularly for species requiring cold stratification. Additionally, we’ll discuss eco-friendly practices like “leaving the leaves” and creating “soft landings” to enhance biodiversity and provide habitat for local wildlife. Embrace the season and transform your landscape sustainably!
Lisa Kuder is the UMD Extension representative for the Maryland Native Plants Program, a collaborative effort involving the Department of Agriculture, Department of Natural Resources, and the MD Native Plant Society. The program’s primary goal is to enhance the appreciation, availability, and use of native plants in both natural and developed environments.
Online Registration Information:
This event will be offered in person at the Miller Branch and also as a live webinar.
The next presentation for the Howard County Sierra Club’s Think of the Planet Series will feature an insightful presentation on the benefits of planting native species in the fall. Discover how fall planting reduces the need for watering, as cooler temperatures and increased rainfall support plant establishment. Learn about the cost-effectiveness of using plugs which allow plants to develop robust root systems over the winter. We’ll also explore the advantages of direct seeding, particularly for species requiring cold stratification. Additionally, we’ll discuss eco-friendly practices like “leaving the leaves” and creating “soft landings” to enhance biodiversity and provide habitat for local wildlife. Embrace the season and transform your landscape sustainably!
Lisa Kuder is the UMD Extension representative for the Maryland Native Plants Program, a collaborative effort involving the Department of Agriculture, Department of Natural Resources, and the MD Native Plant Society. The program’s primary goal is to enhance the appreciation, availability, and use of native plants in both natural and developed environments.
Online Registration Information:
This event will be offered in person at the Miller Branch and also as a live webinar.
Howard County Library System, Miller Branch, 9421 Frederick Road, Ellicott City, MD