Who doesn't love to see birds and butterflies visiting our gardens? Learn why it's important to include native plants in your garden, and how these plants help birds, bees, and other insects thrive. We will discuss the many native plant species and options for our gardens, along with their importance to our environment. About the instructor: Marie Meiklejohn. Marie Meiklejohn works at Floral and Hardy in Skippack. She assists customers with plant selections, garden coaching, and container designs. She also leads talks on various garden topics. Previously Marie owned Marie's Garden, a seasonal plant nursery, for 15 years. Marie studied horticulture at Temple University, Delaware Valley University, and Longwood Gardens. She has received a certificate of merit in ornamental horticulture from Longwood Gardens and a certificate in horticultural therapy from Delaware Valley University.