Winter sowing native plants

Want to convert a patch of turfgrass into a Monarch waystation? Create a soft landing for lepidoptera? Plant a pocket meadow for the birds? Transform your boulevard into a pollinator paradise? Propagate enough native grasses and sedges for a living lawn? With winter sowing, you can transform your yard into a haven for biodiversity. Join us to learn how.

When: Saturday, December 13, 1:00-3:00 pm
Where: Champlain Room, Seniors Centre, 56 Francis Street, Kingston

Read our article about winter sowing native seeds to learn more.

Free, but donations appreciated!

What to bring:

• Seeds you've collected or purchased (we'll also have seeds to share)
• Recycled containers from grapes, berries, peaches and other fruits

Sourcing seeds:

Ottawa Seed Library, Swallowtail Native Plants, Northern Wildflowers, Bee Kissed Seeds, Prairie Moon

This workshop is offered in collaboration with Little Forests Kingston. Learn more about Pocket Meadows for insects and birds.

Not sure what seeds to source? Check out our list of plant possibilities for seven pocket meadow plants communities:

• sunny boulevard
• alvar grassland
• forest floor
• woodland edge
• wet spot
• keystone bird buffet
• flowering lawn