The Edgewater Glen Spring Plant Swap will be held Sat. May 23rd

Milkweed

The Edgewater Glen Spring Plant Swap will be held Sat. May 23rd from 10am til noon in the back yard at 1420 W. Glenlake(6100N), weather permitting.

Spring is a great time to divide many perennials like hostas, ferns, ornamental grasses or share other plants or gardening paraphernalia. All gardeners are welcome.

We have a special request for Common Milkweed seedlings(shown) in order to promote & distribute this native plant that is so beneficial to Monarch Butterflies. It’s the only plant their larvae can feed on.

There aren’t too many seedlings showing right now as we’ve had such a cold spring, but look in your most protected hot spots for signs of them. Gently dig them up with as much soil mass around them as you can & place in container for transport & make sure they stay hydrated. Of course-keep some for yourself!

For more info contact Kim Kaulas at 773-761-3668 kaulas@rcn.com