(Chelsea Update would like to thank Megan DeLeeuw for the information in this story.)
Vern Stephens of Designs By Nature LLC and the Washtenaw County Conservation District (WCCD) will be hosting an Introduction to Native Planting Workshop on March 6 at the Scio Township Hall (827 N. Zeeb Road).
During the workshop, he will discuss why we choose natives, site selection, site prep, installation, species selection, management and maintenance. Participants will learn to identify various native plants. Vern and his family live on a 40- acre farm in Laingsburg where they operate Designs By Nature, LLC.
He is a member of the Wildflower Association of Michigan (WAM) and served on the board of directors for several years. Stephens has over 30 years of experience working with native plants and restoration. He recently retired from the Michigan DNR Wildlife Division as a Senior Wildlife Assistant where his work specialized in grasslands and invasive species management.
Space is limited for the workshop, RSVP by Monday, March 4.
Cost for workshop is $10.
