From Harvest to Hibernation: Preserving Pollinators in the Fall and Winter Garden

Members: FREE         Nonmembers: $15

Registration and prepayment required. To register, click HERE.

In person presentation

The term “pollinator” has gained massive popularity over the decades as our knowledge and understanding of our ecosystems have grown. While many only associate this term with popular pollinators, such as European honeybees and butterflies, there’s so much more to the world of pollinators. Join us as we learn about native pollinators and how we can support these incredible movers and shakers in our gardens and landscapes.

In this presentation, we’ll highlight the unique challenges pollinators face during these seasons and share effective strategies to support these essential creatures throughout the year. Attendees will gain valuable insights into creating pollinator-friendly habitats, identifying seasonal plants that provide nourishment and shelter, and understanding the interconnectedness between pollinators and the overall health of our environment.

Sam Nestory is the engagement manager and naturalist at Stoneleigh: a natural garden in Villanova. After earning her master’s degree in entomology from the University of Delaware, Samantha worked in ecological horticulture at Morris Arboretum and Stoneleigh for several years before moving into her current position. Now, she develops educational programming, coordinates public events, and manages the volunteer program at Stoneleigh, using her passion for insects, plants, and people to connect and engage the community.

Please email botanicgardens@udel.edu or call 302-831-0153 if you would like to register by phone. Send payment to: UDBG, 152 Townsend Hall, University of DE, Newark DE 19716.

Location: 132 Townsend Hall, 531 South College Avenue

Parking: Townsend Hall parking lot will be reserved for this presentation

Cancellation Policy: UDBG reserves the right to cancel any program if necessary. Refunds take approximately 3-4 weeks to process. There will be no refunds after a class or series has begun. Payment will be refunded if cancellation is made 10 days prior to class.