Marin Master Gardeners Host Pollinator Plant Sale

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The Marin Master Gardeners are hosting a pollinator plant sale on March 7th from 9am to 12pm outside the Falkirk Cultural Center Greenhouse in San Rafael. More than 35 varieties of pollinator plants, including 500 narrow-leaf milkweed to feed monarch caterpillars, will be available for purchase. The sale will also feature native plants to support local pollinators and 'bug hotels' for kids to decorate.

Why it matters

Pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds are crucial for food security and healthy ecosystems, as they help support the diversity of plant life. By providing a variety of pollinator-friendly plants, gardeners can make a difference in supporting these important species.

The details

The Marin Master Gardeners are hosting the pollinator plant sale to give local residents the opportunity to purchase organic, pollinator-friendly plants for their gardens. The plants, which include 500 narrow-leaf milkweed to feed monarch caterpillars, were grown organically in the Falkirk Cultural Center Greenhouse. In addition to the plants, the sale will also feature 'bug hotels' for kids to decorate, providing a fun way to engage the community in supporting pollinators.

• The pollinator plant sale will take place on March 7, 2026 from 9am to 12pm.

What’s next

The Marin Master Gardeners encourage local residents to attend the pollinator plant sale to support pollinators in their own gardens.