""We have our own daily super bloom in our backyard, and it benefits the birds that are grassland dependent.""
""We need plants that provide habitat for our own local native species. If we want birds, we need caterpillars, and if we want caterpillars, we need our native plants.""
Tim Vendlinski's backyard in Trestle Glen showcases a native meadow filled with wild grasses and flowers, including California poppies and Clarkia. This garden is part of the 22nd annual Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour, which features 70 gardens across the East Bay. Organizer Kathy Kramer emphasizes the importance of native plants for local wildlife, stating that they provide essential habitat for birds and caterpillars. The tour aims to inspire residents to create their own native plant gardens to support local ecosystems.
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