October 11 @ 2:00 am – 3:00 pm
North Regional/Broward College Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd, Coconut Creek, FL 33066
Presented by Ramona Johnston, Florida Wildflower Foundation board member, FFGC Horticultural Chairman, UF/IFAS Master Gardener Volunteer and Master Naturalist, NWF Habitat Steward.
This talk explores the effects of climate change on South Florida’s native wildflowers and insects. Over the past 50 years, expanding urban development has fragmented once-contiguous natural landscapes. The loss and fragmentation of habitat have taken a toll on species that were once abundant—a toll now exacerbated by climate change. Sea level rise, shifting rainfall patterns and rising temperatures have disrupted bloom times, leading to mismatches between wildflowers and their pollinators. Without thoughtful environmental protections, the future of South Florida’s fragile ecosystems is at risk. As Floridians, we must engage at every level to protect and defend the precious natural resources of our state. It’s our future—and our responsibility.
This event is part of Florida Climate Week™ 2025: a week of virtual sessions and in-person community events promoting climate action.
