INSIGHTS AND TAKEAWAYS INCLUDE:

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1)  Appreciation for the power of pollinator/wildlife gardens to strengthen community for people, native plants and wildlife/pollinators.

2)  An understanding that a healthy outdoor community has three constituencies: people, native plants and pollinators/wildlife.

3)  A thorough and practical framework for how and why to plan, install and maintain community pollinator and/or wildlife gardens/habitat.

4)  Insights into the critical role good signs play in a community wildlife/pollinator garden and access to PRISM's powerful and unique plant labels and signs. 

5)  Suggestions for what to install in community wildlife gardens, from plants to techniques for rainwater retention/limiting runoff and human-made amenities to enhance the power and beauty of the space.

6)  Information about how to plant native plants for maximum impact, including why it’s important to plant densely, in layers and for seasonal interest and benefit. 

7)   An understanding that a workable plan for maintenance, near and long term, is essential to a successful community-based wildlife/pollinator garden.

8) Guidance on how to integrate wildlife gardens into populated areas with an eye toward making them attractive, safe and beneficial for all.

9) The opportunity to explore ideas in relation to multiple other PRISM gardens.

10) An introduction to flora/fauna ID apps such as iNaturalist, Seek and Merlin, if needed.