Did you know that 99% of Plastics are derived from fossil fuels and only a mere 8% are recycled or upcycled? Plastic Plant Pots are generally #4 or #6 plastics and are not recyclable at all – not even if you “wish cycle” them into your curbside recycle bin!
Join the PLASTIC PLANT POT REUSE! We sanitize your plastic pots and return them to nurseries that can use them for the next season.
WHEN: Dropoff begins Saturday, May 15 – July 2, 2021
WHERE: Dodge Homestead, 58 Harbor Road, PW
Artivists will share
free and open to public
their paintings, poetry,
photography, and songs to help us all
remember
what’s important.
Read MoreJoin your fellow rewilders on a tour of sustainable landscapes in Port Washington, NY on June 18th, 2022, from the premises of the ReWild Garden @ Dodge, 58 Harbor Road, Port Washington.
These homes illustrate many principles of sustainable landscaping in attractive settings. Native plants provide forage and shelter for pollinators and birds. Organically grown fruits and vegetables thrive under the watchful attention of many native bees. The remains of each year turn into composted fertility that feeds the following year. The air and water are clean without any pesticides or herbicides. Water is used sparingly and wisely; captured rain water is dripped back into the aquifers beneath our feet.
Read MoreDo you feel sad when a large healthy tree is taken down? Wondering how Long Island can stop canopy loss and ensure bio-diversity by regenerating a “green ceiling” that resists Climate Change?
ReWild Long Island and Transition Town Port Washington invite you to join a virtual forum on the Town of North Hempstead Proposed Amended Tree Laws on Tuesday, September 28th at 7:00 PM. Join us as we learn about the benefits of a strong canopy for our community and discusses key policy elements required to stop loss and start regeneration of healthy trees.
Read MoreAnthony Marinello, a permaculture and rewilding expert, presents this session on Native Garden maintenance for new and experienced rewilders alike. He walks us through the seasonal calendar, discussing the do’s and don’ts of caring for native plants, with tips and tricks for weeding out unwanted.
Anthony founded Dropseed Native Landscapes to give Long Islanders the ability to transform their piece of the island into a native plant oasis to sustain both humans and wildlife alike.
Read MoreAs many know, Fall is a great time to plant native perennials in your yard. They go dormant over winter and come back strong in Spring and beyond.
If you are new to native plants and need help getting started, the wide variety of plants available and information can be overwhelming.
Experienced horticulturist Kim Simmen and avid native plant gardener Rebecca Vargas, both Rewild board members present an introductory session on garden preparation and native plant selection. No prior experience is required as Kimberly and Rebecca walk through the process, the plants, the planting and maintenance.
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