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Welcome to Lehigh Valley and Northwest Chapters!
We are very excited to have two chapters now up and running and offering events in their areas.
We have also had interest expressed in a few other locations, but additional people are needed to help them. Please contact info@panativeplantsociety.org if you are interested in helping to start up a local chapter. We will connect you with anyone else in your area who has also expressed interest. Our Central Pa Native Plant Festival and Sale on May 4 was a success this year, with the weather cooperating, music to add to the atmosphere, and over 1200 attendees! Lots of native plants found homes. The educational presentations were well attended too. For those of you who sat in on Shari Edelson's presentation, she has provided a copy of her slides for reference. Click here: Concept Spring Summer Fall and Winter
What is a Native?
A native plant is one that occurs naturally in a particular region, ecosystem, or habitat without direct or indirect human intervention. We consider the flora present at the time Europeans arrived in North America as the species native to the eastern United States. Native plants include all kinds of plants from mosses and ferns to wildflowers, shrubs, and trees.
Because native plants are adapted to the growing conditions where you live, they are often easier to grow, require less maintenance such as watering, and are less susceptible to challenging conditions than non-native plants. Many Non-native plants are also invasive, and threaten to crowd out our native plant species. Incorporating native plants in your home landscape will encourage birds, pollinators, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. Read more. Why Natives?Because native plants are adapted to the growing conditions where you live, they are often easier to grow, and less susceptible to challenging conditions than non-native plants. Many Non-native plants are also invasive, and threaten out our native plant species.
Read More.... Contact Us:For general inquires, email us at info@panativeplantsociety.org
Our mailing address is P.O. Box 807, Boalsburg PA 16827 Board of Directors - click here
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In Bloom:Monardo fistulosa L, was named by Linnaeus (as indicated by the L following the botanical name) in honor of a 16th century Spanish physician and botanist, Nicolas Bautista Monardes (1493-1588). The species name fistulosa means tubular in reference to the flower structure that is rich in nectar and hence an attraction to birds, butterflies, bees and hummingbirds. It is a special species for our native bees. The light lavender flowers are sometimes found in pink or white and are held in a ragged cluster that is showy held above branched 2-5 ft tall plants. Commonly referred to as bee balm or bergamot, it is a fragrant member of the mint family and historically has been used for teas and tinctures. This lovely plant is popular in gardens and available to the public in many garden centers. It can tolerate a wide range of soils but needs good air flow and circulation to prevent the powdery mildew to which it is prone.
If you have a favorite plant or photo, send it to webmaster@panativeplantsociety.org for a future publication. Photo and article by Keppy Arnoldsen Upcoming Events
Plant sales are winding down, but there are other events cropping up all over the state. Check our Complete Calendar for other upcoming events. And check out our listing of Native Plant Sales to find ones in your area. If your event isn't listed, let us know and we can add them to our Calendar - email webmaster@panativeplantsociety.org.
Get Involved!Becoming a member of PNPS helps to support our mission of advocating conservation of native plants and their habitats and promote the increased use of native plants in the landscape
Volunteer - Your help is needed!
There are always opportunities to help, regardless of your level of expertise. Click the button to see what volunteer opportunities area available.
We accept financial donations by Paypal, credit card or by check. For PayPal or credit card, click the Donate Button above. For checks, please send to our mailing address:
PO Box 807, Boalsburg, PA 16827. PNPS is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. 
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