Palm Beach Chapter, Florida Native Plant Society

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The Florida Native Plant Society’s mission is to champion Florida’s native plants and their habitats.
 
WHY?
We love Florida, and want to keep it wild and beautiful.
If you do too, please join us!
 
 
Our Values:
Learning – Expanding our collective knowledge of native plants, landscapes, and habitats in Florida.
Accuracy – Anchoring our work in science, research, and fact-based information.
Enthusiasm - Cultivating excitement and love for native plants and their habitats.
Inclusivity – Becoming stronger as a whole because we welcome and embrace all people.
Integrity – Holding ourselves consistently accountable to high standards in all our endeavors.
Stewardship – Responsibly acting as the voice for conserving & restoring native plants and their habitats.
Sustainability – Operating in ways that minimize harm to our natural environment.
Community - Fostering collaborations and nurturing productive relationships that connect to our native plant heritage and FNPS.
 

The local Palm Beach County Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society is a conservation group that meets for educational programs and plant drawings.

We also botanize at our Natural Areas (scroll down for more info) and host special events, such as our Annual Native Garden Tours, Native Plant Expo, and Native Plant Giveaways.

Meeting Information:
IFAS / Mounts Botanical Garden - AUDITORIUM
531 N Military Trl, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
 
Third Tuesday of most months - see calendar for dates and speakers.
 
6:30pm-9pm
6:30pm - Mingle with plant nerds, experts, and visiting nursery folks. Ask questions, check out plants, share stories, make friends.
7pm - Speaker Program
7:55pm - Rundown and description of plants available for the evening.
8:10pm - PLANT DRAWING
 
Meetings are FREE to attend. Bring a friend!
 
Our chapter's goal is to preserve, conserve, and restore the native plants and native plant communities of Florida. And so we learn about various topics related to native plants, including their importance in providing native habitats, promoting biodiversity, and carving the pathway to sustainability. Check out our calendar to see our upcoming speakers and topics.
 
Whether you're a seasoned native expert, or just starting your journey, our meetings offer something for everyone.
 
Learn from experienced members of our community who will share valuable insights on getting involved in conservation, exploring our Natural Areas, and creating your own sustainable garden. Connect with fellow environmental advocates and native plant professionals, exchange ideas, ask questions, and gain inspiration.
 
Our popular native plant drawing follows the speaker program. This is a great way to learn from our knowledgeable members who share their expertise on specific native plants in hand, and it’s an opportunity to add hard-to-find plants to your own landscape.
 
Don't miss the chance to connect with like-minded individuals; these meetings are a fantastic opportunity for champions of nature to gather and share their love for native plants, wildlife, and gardening.
 
Also, we have snacks!

***EVENTS***

Upcoming Monthly Meeting:

April 15th: Discover the Everglades in Your Backyard with Mary Crider

Did you know that you can visit the Everglades right here in Palm Beach County? Grassy Waters Preserve is a pristine and vital remnant of the greater Everglades ecosystem that also serves as the freshwater supply for the City of West Palm Beach, Palm Beach, and South Palm Beach.  A mosaic of marshes, cypress swamps, and forested hammocks, this 23-square-mile wetland is home to a fascinating variety of native plants and wildlife. Join us to learn more about the history and ecology of this remarkable wetland wilderness – and about what we can do as gardeners to conserve, protect, and enjoy its waters. 

Mary Crider is the Environmental Education Supervisor for Grassy Wa­ters Preserve in the City of West Palm Beach. While completing her thesis work for her master’s in environmental science from Florida At­lantic University in Ecuador, she worked closely with local organizations to increase environmental awareness in the area. Seeing the im­portance of environmental outreach firsthand, Mary shifted her focus to education upon her return to Florida. She has now worked with stu­dents and the public as an Everglades educator for the past 12 years.

 

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MORNING BOTANIZING AT OUR NATURAL AREAS

Our monthly botanizing focuses on discovery and identification of south Florida native plants in their natural habitats. Botanizing with us is an excellent way to explore our county's beautiful Natural Areas, ask experts questions, and learn from fellow wildlife champions. These leisurely walks are led by PBC Master Gardeners and FNPS heroes, Julia Renninger and Helen Laurence. 

Botanizing is limited to 16 people. Membership is encouraged, but not required. Parking is usually limited - arrive early, and/or check online for overflow parking options in advance.

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. 

Click HERE to learn more about Palm Beach County's Natural Areas and the County's Environmental Resources Management.

CLICK BELOW TO SIGN UP FOR BOTANIZING STROLLS:
Botanizing adventures will resume in the Fall! Check back for updates.

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NATIVE PLANT DEMO GARDEN

Looking to volunteer with us at our Demo Garden at Mounts Botanical Garden? 

This is a great opportunity to help keep our educational demo garden in shape and to collect cuttings for your own native landscape!

Our monthly garden maintenance meet up is the second Saturday of each month, from 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at our native plant demonstration garden next to the MBG Clayton Hutchinson building. 

To get there, take Military Trail to Golf Rd and proceed to the rear entrance of MBG. We've arranged for the gate to be open so you will be able to park in the lot near the demo garden.

Don't forget to bring your pruning shears and a container for cuttings.

Please sign up with Angela directly at 561-309-3877.

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VOLUNTEERING

Loooking for volunteer opportunities? Does your teen need volunteer hours for high school graduation? Looking to get involved in other ways?

Send us a message! We'd LOVE and APPRECIATE for you to join us!

email: palmbeachfnps@gmail.com

(561)285-7213

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The Florida Native Plant Society’s mission is to champion Florida’s native plants and their habitats.

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