Pollinator-Friendly Design: The Art and Science of Resilient Gardens

Sat Mar 21 2026 at 10:30 am to 12:00 pm UTC-04:00

The Shepherdstown Public Library | Shepherdstown

The Back Alley Garden Tour & Tea
Publisher/HostThe Back Alley Garden Tour & Tea
Pollinator-Friendly Design: The Art and Science of Resilient Gardens
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Please join James Dillon, PA Certified Horticulturist and owner of Native Havens LLC, as he demonstrates how plant form, flower structure, growth habit, texture, ecological value, and root morphology can be orchestrated into cohesive, dynamic plant communities. Through strategic layering, gardens can function as complete pollinator ecosystems. Ideal gardens are both beautiful and functional—providing season-long support for pollinators at every life stage without increasing maintenance demands.
Drawing from influential works including Planting in a Post-Wild World, Bringing Nature Home, and Designing with Plants, James translates theory into practice through real-world examples from his own installations.
Attendees will receive a curated plant list of more than 100 species, organized into functional categories. This practical resource will support the design of native plantings that are ecologically rich, visually compelling, and structurally resilient.
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The Shepherdstown Public Library, 145 Higbee Lane,Shepherdstown,WV,United States

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