The tidy, weedless expanse of Kentucky bluegrass that defines a traditional American lawn provides little benefit to the environment. We'll learn how to introduce biodiversity to your yard--not only to promote habitat for wildlife and support a healthy environment, but for the beauty of it as well. Some tips include: less mowing, more native plants and trees--and letting those dandelions grow.
Panelists:
Gary Fish, state horticulturist, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry
Andrew Tufts, manager, Bringing Nature Home program, Maine Audubon
Deborah Perkins, wildlife ecologist, First Light Wildlife Habitats
VIP Caller:
Roy Lambert, longtime LakeSmart volunteer for Maine Lakes