The Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward Program is excited to announce a 90-minute webinar scheduled for 1 p.m. on Monday, July 15. This informative session aims to equip attendees with valuable tips and insights on successfully establishing native trees and shrubs. With a modest registration fee of $5, participants will also receive a $5 discount on purchases from the Master Watershed Stewards’ August tree and shrub sale, making this an event not to be missed.
About the Live Webinar
Planting native trees and shrubs is a transformative way to enhance your landscape, creating a haven for wildlife while simultaneously improving local stream health and water quality. However, selecting the right species for your specific landscape conditions can be daunting. This webinar will feature a Penn State Extension Urban Forester and members of the Master Watershed Steward program, who will guide you through species selection for this year’s Annual Native Tree and Shrub fundraiser.
Event Highlights
Date and Time: 1 p.m., Monday, July 15
Duration: 90 minutes
Cost: $5 (includes a $5 discount for the August tree and shrub sale)
Topics Covered:
Selecting native tree and shrub species suited for various conditions
Benefits of adding native species to your landscape
Species that support different wildlife
Planting and protection tips for optimizing success
Attendees who join the live session or watch the webinar recording will receive a $5 discount code for the Native Tree and Shrub sale. All species discussed in the webinar will be available for purchase until August 27 (or while supplies last).
Who Should Attend?
This webinar is ideal for:
Pennsylvania residents interested in planting native trees and shrubs
Landowners and groundskeepers
Municipalities and conservation groups
Students interested in ecology
How to Participate
Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. Registrants will also gain access to the webinar recording, ensuring they can revisit the information as needed. Participants are encouraged to submit questions in advance to tailor the session to their specific needs.
To register, visit: https://extension.psu.edu/master-watershed-steward-q-a-for-native-tree-and-shrub-sale