with Claudia Thompson, Founder, Grow Native Massachusetts

Extinctions of plants and animals and climate change seem like overwhelming problems but each of us can fight these crises right at home, especially by treating our home gardens as habitat to nurture the native living things of our continent. 

Claudia Thompson will illustrate how she created a home landscape rich with habitat— supporting wildlife, birds, and pollinators. More than 80 species of birds have visited or nested in her relatively small urban garden. 

With this inspirational story as a case study, we will learn tangible steps that all of us can take in our yards to improve the ecological health of our communities. Learn how you can become part of the climate solution — by emphasizing native plants, embracing ecological processes, and making your garden a place full of life. 

Native Plant Garden at Mt. Cuba

Ms. Thompson founded Grow Native Massachusetts in 2010 which has given her national recognition as a leader in the native plant movement. Her work as a landscape ecologist and her extensive career in the environmental sector— has included serving as:

Director of Education for the Appalachian Mountain Club, 
Director of Drumlin Farm for Mass Audubon, and 
Board Member of the New England Wild Flower Society. 

Learn more about her work at www.claudiagthompson.com. 

Ready to add native plants to your yard? Attendees who live within 5 miles of Wayland, MA will be offered a community service garden visit by Jean Milburn, Wayland’s Native Plant Ambassador from the MCA Native Pollinator Task Force.  To learn more about the Native Pollinator Task Force, click here.

Funding provided by the Lydia Maria Child Fund of First Parish in Wayland