Chattanooga Arboretum and Nature Center at Reflection Riding is hosting its 26
th annual Native Plant Sale and Open House April 5
th, 6
th and 7
th,
2013. The sale will feature native plants that volunteers have
propagated in the nursery on site for a variety of garden conditions.
Native plants are a good choice for introducing into the home landscape
for a number of reasons: they are beautiful, they are sustainable, and
they contribute to habitat conservation by creating biodiversity and an
environment favorable to wildlife.
The Native Plant Sale will also feature
wildflower walks, tree identification classes, animal presentations, bird watching and much more
.
Bring the whole family and explore the unique landscape that is
CA&NC at Reflection Riding, with over twelve miles of trails, over
one-thousand different species of flora and an incredible variety of
animal life.
“We are anxious to share with our community the beauty, serenity and
adventure to be found all on one site, right here, just minutes from
downtown Chattanooga.” Dr. Paola Craddock, Greenhouse Manager said.
“And we hope many people will take advantage of the free admission all
weekend.”
Evidence of early Tennessee Valley Native Americans, Spanish
explorers, pioneer settlers and Civil War soldiers is present in the
natural landscape of CA&NC. Other features include the George S.
Bryan Discovery Forest Treehouse and the Paddler’s Perch, both located
on the banks of Lookout Creek, and the Wildlife Wanderland, with its
many species of captive native animals including highly endangered Red
Wolves.
The event will take place
April 5th and 6th from 9am to 5pm and April 7th from 1pm to 5pm.
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