Native plant sale at Fern Forest

Fern Forest is featuring a native plant sale with vendors selling varieties of foliage that are preferable for South Florida yards.

A plant sale in 2024 is 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 27, and entry is free.

Native plants are often preferable financially and environmentally. They usually are don't require excess watering and fertilizing, and they offer shelter and food for birds, pollinator insects, and other wildlife. 

Examples of native plants likely offered for sale include blue porterweed, lantana and passion vine.

While at Fern Forest, perhaps you'll enjoy a nature excursion. Entry is free for the natural area, which features an elevated boardwalk and over 30 species of ferns.

Other landscaping information for South Florida:

• NatureScape Broward
• Florida Friendly landscaping Free resources to enhance your yard

Fern Forest is at  201 Lyons Road S., Coconut Creek, 954-357-5198, website

It's open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with free entry and free parking

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