KAWARTHA CONSERVATION
KAWARTHA LAKES: With the dog days of summer upon us and the crisp autumn air not far off, Kawartha Conservation is thrilled to announce the eagerly awaited Autumn 2023 Native Plant Sale.
Offering a stunning array of low-cost native plant species, this season's sale promises to enhance your green spaces with the beauty and resilience of native flora.
With more than 30 unique species available, this limited-time sale is a golden opportunity to transform your yard and gardens into vibrant, sustainable landscapes. Our newly introduced garden kits cater to diverse gardening needs and environmental conditions, ensuring you can create a haven for local wildlife.
With five specially curated garden kits, this year's sale includes:
Pollinator Friendly, Dry Shade/Understory, Rain Garden, Spring Bloomers, and Shoreline Stabilizers.
"Our Autumn 2023 Native Plant Sale brings an abundance of choices, to enrich your outdoor spaces with native beauty and ecological significance," said Ola Pasternak, of Landowner and Community Support at Kawartha Conservation. "These garden kits are thoughtfully crafted to thrive in autumn planting conditions, creating an immersive experience with nature in the comfort of your own yard."
Native plants are a beautiful and low-maintenance addition to your property. They provide diverse and colourful pollinator habitats and grow very well in our northern climate.
The perennial plants, selected for this year's sale, have robust root systems which reduce erosion and stormwater runoff and protect water quality. Bloom times vary throughout the seasons. Species this year include: sky blue aster, dense blazing star, wild ginger, prairie smoke, and many more.
Native plants offer unrivalled benefits, requiring minimal maintenance, enhancing local biodiversity, and promoting soil health.
To secure your desired plants, place your order using our convenient online form, before Thursday, September 7th. The plant pickup will occur at Ken Reid Conservation Area, on Saturday, September 16th, 2023, between 9 a.m. and 12 noon.
With limited quantities and high demand expected, seize this incredible opportunity to make your green spaces come alive with the spirit of Autumn. Join us to celebrate nature' splendour and support local ecosystems, with our Autumn 2023 Native Plant Sale.
For more information about the Autumn 2023 Native Plant Sale and available species, please get in touch with Ola Pasternak via email, at OPasternak@kawarthaconservation.com or by phone, at 705-328-2271, extension 241.