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Pinellas Chapter
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About Pinellas FNPS

The Florida Native Plant Society was organized in 1980 to promote the preservation, conservation, and restoration of the native plants and native plant communities of Florida. With over 200 members, the Pinellas Chapter is one of the state's largest and has activities year-round, including:

SPEAKERS: At 7 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month, Pinellas Chapter members gather to hear an entertaining and informative speaker on a topic related to Florida native plants. Membership meetings are held at Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo. Please join us! In addition to the program you will enjoy fellowship and light refreshments, a silent auction of native plants, a quick roundup of compelling local environmental issues and upcoming events. If you would like to share a ride with someone, please email Jan Allyn with your contact information and location.

FIELD TRIPS: These are usually held the Saturday following the monthly membership meeting. Carpooling is encouraged.

The public is welcome at all meetings and field trips. Consult our program calendar for upcoming speakers, directions and maps.

"As wilderness shrinks and backyard acreage increases, the ecological impact of home gardeners grows ever greater." —Janet Marinelli

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Craig draws on his considerable experience as both a gardener and a professional wildlife biologist to explain how anyone easily can create an attractive landscape plan that is also an inviting habitat for wild animals. He provides specific information on the wildlife value of approximately 150 native trees and shrubs and gives clear and precise direction on incorporating each into your garden. Featuring nearly 200 brilliant color photos, His guide will help you to identify and select the plants you need--no matter where you live in Florida.

Visit Craig's blog to learn more about Florida wildflowers...

Dr. Douglas Tallamy's book Bringing Nature Home: How You Can Sustain Wildlife with Native Plants can help you create a beautiful, sustainable landscape that supports the food web. Order the book from BarnesAndNoble.com using GoodShop, designating FNPS your "favorite cause," and the organization will receive a portion of your purchase!

Interview with Douglas Tallamy on NPR's "Science Friday"

"Gardening for Life" article, reprinted from The Wild Ones newsletter