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2010-2011 NatureScape Classes

The FREE programs will continue 
at the Wilton Manors Library  500 NE 26th Street  Wilton Manors, FL 954-390-2195.  On the second Wednesday of each month October through April. 

All classes begin at 7 PM ( Note* The first class of the season will take place at 6 PM to allow us to tour the park before dark - Please go directly to ME DePalma Park at the corner of NE 7th Avenue and NE 20th Drive.


If you have any requests for topics for next years classes, Please call M.E. at 954-563-2148 with your suggestions.

Oct. 13 - Bromelids at M.E. DePalma Park
Take a walking tour of M.E. DePalma Park and learn about its many native plants that attract birds and butterflies.

M.E. DePalma -  co-author of  "A Garden Diary - A Guide to Gardening in South Florida".
  at  M.E. DePalma Park at the corner of NE 7th Avenue and NE 20th Drive.  There is no charge.
Nov. 10 -
wildflowers
The Wonderful World of Wildflowers.

Join
Television personality and arborist Rose Bechard Butman and view a power point presentation on Florida wildflowers.
Dec. 8 -   David McLean
Plants of the Bible

David McLean will share his knowledge about biblical plants and their medicinal properties.
McLean  - is a former professor at Nova University where he served as curator for The Nova Southeastern Medicinal Garden.  McLean is owner of Trinity Churchside Gardens
Jan. 12 -   robert haehle
Native Florida Plants

Robert Haehle
-  landscape consultant and columnist for the "Sun-Sentinel" and co-author of "Native Florida Plants" and "A Garden Diary - A Guide to Gardening in South Florida" will present his powerpoint presentation on Florida natives.

Feb. 9 -


This is the spawning season for insects.  Do you have Termites, Roaches, or Ants.  Lean how to look for infestations and how to control them.  Jamie Reeves from Dead Bug Edwards will teach you what you can to to combat these pests..
Mar. 9 -


Wilton Manors Nursery. Located in the heart of Broward County, Florida, providing the best in landscaping and plants for over 30 years.  Brian Hutchenson will be bringing  new plants and teaching you how to care for them.

Apr. 13 - Edible flowers Visit a special garden in Wilton Manors

For those who have come to our classes - end the season with a private tour of a Wilton Manors Garden.

PLEASE SAVE THE DATE

9th Annual Water Matters Day
March 12, 2011
9:00 am  - 3:00 pm
Tree Tops Park, Davie


Note* NatureScape information and handouts are available in the Wilton Manors Library
These documents are in Adobe PDF format.

a simple naturescaape habitat

A SIMPLE HABITAT

 

Habitat Steward, Alex Shore designed this simple habitat (download pdf with complete instructions) as a tool for encouraging those with limited space to establish and certify a habitat that would qualify for NWF certification. 

Often times people may think they don’t have the space required to establish a habitat or that doing so is complicated.  This simple habitat can be planted either in a large container or installed in a small space in the landscape and would work for those residents living in a townhome or villa that only has a small patio or balcony space. 

This habitat can be created for  less than $100 (including the $20 certification fee).


More ...Information and Tips from NWF for Creating and Maintaining a Certified Wildlife Habitat

 

Create a bird friendly habitat

Create a Bird Friendly Habitat

 

Attract butterflies

Attract Butterflies

 

Amphibian decline

Amphibian Decline

 

Nesting boxes

Nesting Boxes

 

Bird feeders

Bird Feeders

 

Neighborhood friendly wildlife gardening

Neighborhood-friendly Wildlife Gardening

 

Backyard ponds

Backyard Ponds

 

Lawn reduction

Lawn Reduction




M.E. DePalma is the co-author of A Garden Diary: A Guide to Gardening in South Florida, a National Wildlife Steward and a member of the NatureScape Board.
2117 N.E. 178th Terrace
Wilton Manors, Florida 33305
954-563-2148
Wilton Manors NatureScape Committee
email Info@WiltonManorsNatureScape.com