Acadia Lifelong Learning and the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens are pleased to present a new course this winter

Gardening for People and the Planet

Discover the wild flora of the Wapna’ki Forest. Explore folklore, history, and horticulture of a group of diverse and unique plants. Find inspiration on how to introduce native plants to your home garden and help support biodiversity. If you’re a home gardener or just love learning about the natural world, this is the course for you.

Week 1 – Introduction to the Wapna’ki/Acadian Forest Region. Explanation of its range, ecology, and significance.

Week 2 – Gardening with native plants 101. Suggestions on how to garden with nature and help improve biodiversity.  

Week 3 – Get to know a variety of native plants suitable for use in home gardens. A close look at native trees, shrubs & perennials. 

Instructor: Melanie Priesnitz, Conservation Horticulturist, Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens

Date: Mondays, Feb 24, March 3 and 10 March from 4-6pm

Location: Classroom on the lower floor of the K.C. Irving Environmental Sciences Centre, Acadia University

Cost: $60

Open to Acadia Lifelong Learning members. Acadia Lifelong Learning (ALL) is a community of learners 50+ connected by a shared joy and passion for learning, knowledge sharing, and community.

Registration: https://surveys.acadiau.ca/index.php/652025

For more information on ALL and to become a member visit: https://all.acadiau.ca/all-home.html