Steve McKindley-Ward, a resident of Mount Rainier, has gained a deep appreciation of the benefits of growing native trees, shrubs and flowers in our yards and public spaces over the last eight years as the horticulturist for the Anacostia Watershed Society. Come hear how growing native plants will thrill the insects and birds, reduce your water use, bring beauty to your yard - and support the larger web of life to a much greater degree than the standard azaleas, daffodils and roses (non-native plants).
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