March 18 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Join us on Wednesday, March 18 at 2pm for our webinar “Weeds with Superpowers” presented by FWF Immediate Past Board Chair Sara Burke.
A mysterious plant appears in your Florida yard unbidden. Could it be a “toxic beauty” — gorgeous, fragrant, but potentially lethal to you or your pets? Or could it be a “humble hero” — an underappreciated Florida native that helps the environment, supports pollinators like butterflies and bees, and has other benefits too? Learn about the best and worst of Florida’s common yard weeds, including some wonderful natives and some of our most troublesome invasive plants.
Presenter: Sara Burke
Sara Burke is a communications advisor to community leaders, with a master’s degree in digital media and over two decades of international experience. She is an expert in communicating complex information to the public in ways that result in measurable real-world change. She serves as Director of Communications for the Florida Wildflower Foundation.
Burke first visited Florida in 2008 and fell in love with the state’s unique ecology. She now uses her skills in lifestyle and technical publishing to help the public learn about Florida’s biodiversity and what we can all do to protect and conserve it.
Burke has a rare genetic difference called Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and is disabled due to systemic joint issues. In her spare time, she loves to hike, is a traditional cottage gardener and owns a c.1922 coachhouse in a historic district.
This webinar will be recorded and available on our website 48 hours after the event. A link will be sent to all those who register. Only the first 500 attendees will be able to enter the webinar; if we reach capacity before you join, you can view the recording that will be emailed to you.