SOUTH SHORE YMCA NATURE CENTER

Greenhouse & Gardens Education Series

Saturday, Oct 04 2025 Register Now!

Calling all plant enthusiasts! 

Join us for our new Greenhouse & Gardens series at the South Shore YMCA Nature Center

Butterfly Host Plants Sat, May 24, 10:00-11:00am

Participants will learn about the importance of butterfly host plants and how to create a welcoming habitat for these beautiful pollinators. We’ll take a guided garden visit to learn how to cultivate a butterfly-friendly environment!

Collecting and Saving Native Plant Seeds – Sat, October 4, 10:00-11:00am

In this final workshop, we’ll learn techniques for collecting and saving native plant seeds from the Nature Center’s gardens. We’ll discuss the ecological benefits of these plants and the importance of preserving native flora for local wildlife. You will take home seeds such as joe pye weed and milkweed to cultivate in your own garden! 

Details:

  • Attend one workshop or the entire series—register for as many as you’d like!
  • Open to all experience levels
  • Family-friendly (children must be accompanied by a caregiver)
  • Pre-registration required
  • Free for SSYMCA Members | $12 per workshop for Non-members (Ages 2 & under: Free)
  • Questions? Contact: apagnozzi@ssymca.org

THANK YOU 

This program is supported in part by grants from the Hanover and Norwell Cultural Councils, local agencies which are supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

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