05/19/2026
Join us tonight at 6PM! 🌱
Native plants are the foundation of a healthy, resilient ecosystem. Join York County Master Gardener Volunteer Allan Amioka for an engaging talk about the vital role native plants play in supporting pollinators, wildlife, and the environment. Often overlooked or labeled as “weeds,” many of these plants are essential contributors to thriving landscapes and are finally getting the recognition they deserve.
Learn how gardens of any size can make a meaningful difference in creating a beautiful, ecologically friendly space that supports pollinators and strengthens local ecosystems. Allan will also outline the four steps to creating a UMaine/UNH Certified Pollinator Friendly Garden and share practical ways to incorporate native plants into your own yard or garden.
Allan Amioka has been a Master Gardener Volunteer since 2010. Growing up in an urban environment sparked an early curiosity about the natural world, even among the trees, plants, and wildlife that thrive in cities. After studying design and photography and later settling in northern New England, Allan raised a family, built a home, and eventually became a Master Gardener Volunteer after retiring. Through his volunteer work, he has reconnected with the community while focusing on native plants and natural gardening, using his background in design and photography to help communicate the beauty and importance of these landscapes.
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