Do your fingers itch to be thrust into earth? Do your trips to the supermarket invariably end in a few more flora purchases? Are you secretly a little happy when it rains, since the plants love it? Well, do I have an event for you. As the CNRG posting below announces, the 2009 Naturescaped Yards Tour is coming up on May 31. If your thumb is green, you probably already know that nearly anything will grow here. Still, native plants are always a good idea. Some native species are threatened , due to factors like habitat loss. Also: I have learned that one of the houses on this year's tour is in Foster-Powell, near 52nd. In case you're interested in seeing the pride and joy of this Fo-Po naturescaper, note that registration closes on Thursday. Read on to learn more, directly from the CNRG posting.
Get Inspired at the 2009 Naturescaped Yards Tour ~ A Self-Guided Journey
Go behind the scenes and journey through 6 of Portland’s naturescaped gardens! This FREE, self-guided tour is sure to inspire experienced and novice gardeners alike. You'll get a firsthand look at the different ways local gardeners have incorporated native plants and naturescaping techniques into their garden designs. Meet the gardeners and learn how naturescaping can provide wildlife habitat, address stormwater runoff, create outdoor sanctuary and even entertainment spaces. All tour locations are located within the Portland Metro Area. Be sure to share this unique opportunity by passing this information along to all the gardening enthusiasts in your life – thanks!
Naturescaped Yard Tour Sunday, May 31st 11am - 4pm
Participating is easy:
1. Register for the Yard Tour on our website.
2. A few days before the tour, we’ll send you a confirmation email with a link to a downloadable PDF of the Naturescaped Yard Tour Guide. (The Guide includes addresses and garden descriptions of each tour stop.)
3. Download & print the Naturescaped Yard Tour Guide and enjoy the Tour!
Registration closes next Thursday, 5/28)
Register online at: http://www.emswcd.org/workshops-events?func=details&;did=89
Space is limited & registration is required, so act soon! Information: call Katie at 503-935-5368 or email katie@emswcd.org
Katie Meckes
Outreach
Direct: 503-935-5368
Email: katie@emswcd.org
Register for workshops online at www.emswcd.org/workshops-events
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