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Brookgreen U

Backyard Bullies: Invasive Plants and How to Stop Them

Members
Free
Non-Members
Free with Garden Admission
Where

Ron Daise Auditorium at the Lowcountry Center

When
Tue, Jun 24 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am
Tue, Jun 24 2025

 

Ready to be a hero in your own backyard? Join Kaela Miller for an eye-opening talk on invasive plants in the Grand Strand area, including a few that might already be lurking in your landscape. Discover how to identify and manage these aggressive invaders and explore beautiful native and "mannerly exotic" alternatives to restore balance and biodiversity to your outdoor spaces. Transform your garden into a haven for nature with these expert tips! 

About the Speaker: 

Kaela Miller is the Plant Collections Coordinator at Brookgreen Gardens and a former Zoo Horticulturist with a deep-rooted passion for conservation and education. With undergraduate degrees in marine science and biology, along with a graduate degree in teaching, she brings a dynamic perspective to the relationship between plants and wildlife. Her expertise in conservation ecology drives her commitment to native plants and their vital role in sustaining healthy ecosystems. Kaela’s work bridges the gap between horticulture and habitat preservation, making her an invaluable resource for those eager to learn about the natural world. 

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