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Sugar Land Garden Club
SLGC monthly program October 17, 2023 "Remarkable Plants: Natives and Sneaky Interlopers in the Texas Garden and Wildscape" Presented by Matt Turner
Many native plants have fascinating stories behind them. Their little-known facts — be they archaeological, historical, material, medicinal, culinary, or cultural — enrich our lives and our appreciation of the landscape we inhabit. Even invasive species, which wreak havoc on our ecosystems, have surprisingly rich stories of their own that are important to know as we seek to manage them. Drawing on his first book, Matt will focus his talk primarily on native trees, shrubs, and herbs common to our area, but at the end he’ll turn to his most recent book on invasive species to show how culture, shifting attitudes, and unforeseen benefits influence their spread and management. Copies of both 'Remarkable Plants' and 'Unnatural Texas' will be available for purchase and signing. (Attendees are welcome to bring their own copies for signing, too).
Matt Turner is an author, naturalist, and teacher who works at the University of Texas McCombs School of Business.
GENERAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
9:30 a.m. - SOCIAL & REFRESHMENTS
10 a.m. - PROGRAM STARTS Each meeting also has a free plant swap at the end.
Bring your own coffee cup.
Thank you for your cooperation! St. Basil's Hall702 Burney RoadSugar Land, TX 77498
Established in 1932, the mission of Sugar Land Garden Club members is to enhance our knowledge and appreciation of gardening and all of its related subjects, to conserve native flowers, trees and shrubs,
and to encourage civic beautification and education.
The Sugar Land Garden Club is a 501c3 non-profit organzation.