Which Native Plants Help Wildlife? The Science Behind Informed Plant Selection with Desirée Narango

You’re ready to plant native species in your garden to support wildlife. As you plan, you might have some questions. Which plant species support pollinators? Does it matter if a plant is a cultivar? How important is local ecotype? In this talk, Desirée Narango PhD will share research that evaluates how different plant species influence interactions with wildlife. Drawing from her research and that of other experts, she will explore what we know (and still don’t know) about common questions in ecological gardening. Desirée is a conservation scientist at the Vermont Center for Ecostudies in White River Junction, VT. Her research program focuses on the ecology and conservation of insects and birds in human-dominated habitats including yards and gardens. Desiree has a PhD in entomology and wildlife ecology from the University of Delaware and more than 20 years of experience studying wildlife. She’s also an active naturalist and gardener who enjoys getting others excited about the natural world. This adult program is part of a series produced by the Hanover Garden Club in partnership with the Montshire Museum of Science. It will be held in person with a Zoom option. (Zoom registrants will be admitted from the waiting room when the meeting begins.) The program is free of charge and open to the public. Bring a friend and enjoy yummy refreshments made by our members! Check back later for the Zoom registration link.