NNGI Donates Trees to Cow Harbor Park
NNGI is proud and excited to announce the donation of two native red maples (Acer rubrum) to Cow Harbor Park by the water in Northport Village. The inspiration for the…
Pollinator-Friendly Fall Cleanup
As the fall approaches, lovely leaves are starting to flutter to the ground. Unfortunately for many homeowners (and their landscapers!,) this means getting out leaf blowers and scouring their properties…
The Garden at the LILCO Building
In September of 2022, the space was transformed from an ecologically barren eyesore into a stunning pollinator-friendly garden.
Aggressive vs. Invasive Plants
The terms used to describe plants can be confusing, so here are some helpful definitions:
Mosquito Buckets
Mosquito buckets are an extremely effective way to rid your property of mosquitoes without killing our valuable pollinators or exposing your family to harmful chemicals from mosquito spraying. These buckets work by enticing adult female mosquitoes to lay their eggs in your bucket due to the presence of the fermented plant material. Mosquito dunks then kill the emerging larvae without harming any other creatures.
The NNGI Spring Plant Sale 2023
The NNGI Spring Sale was a resounding success! It was so heartwarming to see so many people come together for this crucial and worthy cause.
Learning to Love Native Bees and Wasps
NNGI hosted a fun and informative education program entitled, “Learning to Love Native Bees and Wasps” on February 9, 2023. Kimberly Simmen from KMS Native Plants, LLC was the main speaker. The venue was Ink’d Art Studio and the event included a sketching lesson given by Ink’d’s owner, Clark Ruggeri.
Ocean Avenue Outdoor Classroom
This is what it is all about. A chance to add more native plants into our community and impart their importance on the next generation. In what was a true…
Village Hall Re-Design
It feels great to know that the Village of Northport supports the work NNGI is doing. The Village expressed their confidence in our organization by honoring and tasking us with the redesign and installation of native plants at our Village Hall.