Unveiling the Power of Native Plants, Kimberly Simmen
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Kimberly Simmen will discuss the ecological value of native plants.
This presentation explores the ecological value of native plants, emphasizing their role in supporting biodiversity, sustaining local wildlife, and promoting sustainable gardening practices through reduced chemical use and removal of invasive species.
This event is sponsored by Artivism: The Power of Art for Social Transformation.
For more information, please contact artivism@adelphi.edu.
About the Speaker
Kimberly Simmen, CNLP
Kimberly Simmen is the owner of KMS Native Plants in Lake Grove, NY, and advocates for native plants and ecological landscaping. With over 26 years of experience in horticulture, floral design, and sustainable gardening, she specializes in educational workshops and lectures to empower individuals to incorporate native plants into their landscapes. Certified as a New York State Certified Nursery Landscape Professional and Habitat and Ecological Landscape Professional, she serves as Director of Sustainable Horticulture at Rewild Long Island and co-leads its Mid-Suffolk Chapter.
KMS Native Plants located at 104 Main Avenue, Lake Grove, NY, is a licensed and inspected Nursery Dealer as administered by the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets. Contact kmsnativeplants@gmail.com for more information.