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The Power of Native Gardens

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Mountain View Public Library | 585 Franklin St, Mountain View, CA

Event Details

Seating is limited. Registration is recommended: https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/14170648

Walk-ins are also welcome. 

Join us for an informational talk on the ecological benefits of using California native plants in garden design. Native gardens promote biodiversity, support local wildlife, and require less maintenance and water compared to traditional gardens. This talk will be presented by Shelkie Tao.

Shelkie Tao of Water Efficient Garden is a professional landscaper, sustainable gardening enthusiast and a graduate of the Santa Clara Valley Green Gardener training program.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: In Person, Lectures & Workshops, Nature
Address: 585 Franklin St, Mountain View, CA

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