On Sunday, August 18th, Save Our Canyons and Park City Gardens came together to host the event Protect Biodiversity, Plant Native Plants, a gathering aimed at educating the public on the benefits of choosing native species over non-native ones in home landscapes.
Planting native species in Utah supports the local environment by conserving water, reducing the need for chemicals, and providing crucial habitat for wildlife. These plants are naturally adapted to the region's dry conditions, resulting in significantly lower water consumption compared to non-native species. By planting native plants, Utah homeowners can help preserve the state's unique ecosystems and promote biodiversity right in their own yards.
The event saw an outpouring of support from the community. Park City Gardens generously donated 10% of their native plant proceeds to Save Our Canyons, while Steve Saletta set the atmosphere with his acoustic set. Spencer, the executive director of Save Our Canyons, gave a brief but insightful 10-minute talk about the organization's ongoing efforts to protect the Wasatch Mountains. Sadie AbuHaidar followed with a 5-minute talk about the importance of planting native plants, reminding everyone how small actions in our own backyards can contribute to larger conservation goals.
This event not only spread awareness about protecting biodiversity but also demonstrated how simple changes in gardening practices can make a meaningful impact on the environment.
A huge thank you to Park City Gardens, Steve Saletta, Sadie Abuhaidar for making this event such a success.
Another shoutout to the Central Wasatch Commission for helping fund our Grassroots/Advocacy/Education program.
