This talk will discuss some NJ moths and the native plants that host their caterpillars and will feature many photos of moth caterpillars, adult moths and the plants that sustain them.Wade Wander, along with his wife, Sharon, are a partners in Wander Ecological Consultants, investigating wetlands and conducting surveys for Endangered and Threatened species. For many ... Read more
Like many established home gardens, this one is in transition, with traditional ornamental plants but more and more natives. See how the owner balances traditional aesthetics with native plants, resulting in large numbers of fewer species, which creates large beds of greenery and color.Stop by anytime between 5pm and 8pm. Garden hosts will be stationed throughout the ... Read more
(RESCHEDULED FROM JULY 13th)Tour Phyllis's wildlife haven decorated with garden art!Join us for a tour of Phyllis Delesandro's extensive native plant gardens in Manchester. Phyllis has created a wildlife haven in her yard, tucked into a little neighborhood in Manchester not far from bustling Route 70. She has also artfully placed repurposed treasures within her ... Read more
On-site Native Flower Arranging Competition Join us for the first On-Site Native Plant Flower Arranging Competition at the Monmouth County Fair, hosted by the Native Plant Society of New Jersey. Contestants will have one hour to complete a flower arrangement on site, using strictly native plants. Please bring your own materials, including container, native plant ... Read more
Meet on the back porch of the Environmental Education Building. Weâll do an easy walking tour, led by docent and chapter leader Elaine Silverstein. The Arb contains a beautiful red maple swamp and a remnant pitch pine forest as well as an artificial pond and a natural stream, the Diamond Brook. Many native plants are ... Read more
