Native Grasses, Sedges & Rushes with George Rogers - FNPS Palm Beach County - West Palm Beach, FL
Schedule
Tue, 21 Jul, 2026 at 06:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
531 N Military Trl, West Palm Beach, FL, United States, Florida | West Palm Beach, FL
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https://palmbeach.fnpschapters.org/CONSERVATION GROUP
FLORIDA NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY - PALM BEACH COUNTY CHAPTER
Monthly Meeting
Featured Speaker: George Rogers
Topic: The Secret Lifestyles of Local Grasses, Sedges, and Rushes
Dr. Rogers, earned his doctorate in botany from the University of Michigan and did a post-doctoral fellowship in botany at Harvard University. He is the author of the bestselling “Landscape Plants for South Florida: A Manual for Gardeners, Landscapers and Homeowners". Many of us had the pleasure of taking his courses during his tenure as professor and chair of Palm Beach State College’s Environmental Horticulture department, and luckily he has remained active in our area sharing his field explorations through the online blog Treasure Coast Natives.
LOCATION:
IFAS / Mounts Botanical Garden Auditorium
531 N Military Trl, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026
6:30pm-9pm
Meetings are FREE to attend. Bring a friend!
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JOIN FNPS: https://palmbeach.fnpschapters.org/join-fnps-palm-beach-county/
VOLUNTEER: email [email protected] or call (561)285-7213
MEETING INFO:
Discover the wonders of native plants and their vital role in supporting local ecosystems, upon which life depends! We discuss various topics related to native plants, including their importance in providing native habitats, promoting biodiversity, and carving the pathway to sustainability.
Our goal is to preserve, conserve, and restore the native plants and native plant communities of Florida.
Whether you're a seasoned native expert, or just starting your journey, this meeting offers something for everyone.
Learn from experienced members of our community who will share valuable insights and tips for creating your own sustainable garden. Connect with fellow advocates, exchange ideas, ask questions, and gain inspiration.
Our popular native plant drawing follows the speaker program. This is a great way to learn from our knowledgeable members who share their expertise on specific native plants in hand, and it’s an opportunity to add hard-to-find plants to your own landscape.
Don't miss the chance to connect with like-minded individuals; this event is a fantastic opportunity for champions of nature to gather and share their love for native plants and gardening.
Also, we have snacks!
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