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Sep
16

The Value of Native Plants in Our Yards

Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
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Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) 8342 NICC Dr, Peosta, IA, 52068 Map, 8342 NICC Dr, Peosta, IA, 52068 Map

Public Welcome Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation Public Restroom Free Public Parking

Join us for a pre-recorded presentation of “The Value of Native Plants in Our Yards,” by Professor Doug Tallamy. Dr. Tallamy explains why native plants are critical to a functioning eco-system and how we can help sustain the wildlife that depends on them. 

There will be Wild Ones members available to take questions after the video, and you may enjoy meeting others that share your interest in native plants!

Douglas Tallamy is a professor in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Deleware. He has authored numerous book, including; Nature's Best Hope, Bringing Nature Home and the Nature of Oaks. 

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