Embracing the Wild: Native Plant Workshop
The CRD, in partnership with Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary, offers residents in the Capital Region connected to the Sooke Lake Reservoir water supply a free introductory workshop on gardening with drought-resistant native plants.
Topics covered:
- Native plant identification and their cultural history
- A review the benefits of native plants
- Information on how and where to grow native plants
- Tips for reducing and eliminating grass based lawns
- Information on how to create natural habitats, such as meadows, thickets, woodlands
- Discussions on how to attract beneficial insects and birds to the garden
- Tips on water saving practices
- Includes a tour of the Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary native plant gardens
Workshops will be offered in-person, 12:30 - 3:30 pm on:
Workshops are limited to 20 participants and pre-registration via EventBrite is required. Visit Swan Lake's website for more information.