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Roadside Native Plants
2026-02-10 17:30:00 2026-02-10 19:30:00 America/New_York Roadside Native Plants Tired of overlooking the beauty right outside your window? Barbara Martín of the St. Mary's County Garden Club will show you why plant identification is a rewarding skill! Leonardtown Library - Meeting Room 2

Tuesday, February 10
5:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-10 17:30:00 2026-02-10 19:30:00 America/New_York Roadside Native Plants Tired of overlooking the beauty right outside your window? Barbara Martín of the St. Mary's County Garden Club will show you why plant identification is a rewarding skill! Leonardtown Library - Meeting Room 2

Leonardtown Library

Meeting Room 2

Tired of overlooking the beauty right outside your window? Barbara Martín of the St. Mary's County Garden Club will show you why plant identification is a rewarding skill!

This discussion focuses on various native plants commonly found in areas like roadsides and old fields. You'll gain a practical understanding of basic botany and learn how to apply this knowledge to the plants in your own yard. Barbara will share photos of unique local finds and discuss how these resilient natives can contribute to a healthier home landscape.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Gardening & Environment |

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