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Pollinator Gardens: Growing Beauty, Building Habitat
with Deb Knapke
Wednesday, November 04
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Bexley Public Library
Bexley Library AuditoriumJoin renowned horticulturist Debra Knapke as she shares her journey of designing pollinator gardens, from her own home landscape to developing pollinator garden templates used across Ohio.
Pollinator gardens have become one of today’s hottest garden design trends, offering beauty while supporting bees, butterflies, birds, and other essential wildlife. But creating these spaces can take many forms—from a simple backyard planting to large-scale community collaborations.
Join renowned horticulturist Debra Knapke as she shares her journey of designing pollinator gardens, from her own home landscape to developing pollinator garden templates used across Ohio. Along the way, she'll explore what she's discovered about native plants, pollinators, and the vibrant communities that grow around these shared spaces. Learn how collaboration, connection, and a fresh perspective on garden aesthetics can help create pollinator gardens that are both ecologically rich and visually stunning.
Bexley Public Library
Bexley Public Library was founded in 1924 and first housed in Bexley High School, now Montrose Elementary School. The present building opened in 1929 and was designed by architects O.C. Miller and R.R. Reeves who drew upon French and Italian architecture from the 17th century for the design.
The library is located at 2411 East Main Street, at the intersection of East Main Street and Cassady Avenue. Parking is available in our parking lot on Euclaire Avenue and in front of the library on Main Street. Main Street is a No Parking Tow Zone from 4:00-6:00 p.m. weekdays.