Join BFF Educator Kimberly Leeper as she gives a hands-on introduction to plant guilds and their care on-site at the Beacon Food Forest! Plant guild are a closely knit group of plant species that are intentionally selected and positioned together to create a mutually beneficial and self-sustaining ecosystem. It is a concept derived from permaculture design principles, where plants with complementary characteristics and functions are strategically combined to maximize the overall health, productivity, and resilience of the garden or landscape. Plant guild are the building blocks of a food forest.
In this class we’ll
identify some common plants at the Beacon Food Forest and the roles they play in plant guilds.
discuss different plants and how they may be beneficial in plant guilds you could build at
have an opportunity to effectively weed and mulch around the plants in the specific guilds
explore the amazing biodiversity of plants with a brief tour
Meet at Gathering Plaza (15th Ave. S. & S. Dakota St.) promptly at 10:00 am.
About Instructor
Kimberly Leeper, a Seattleite since 1995, is a garden educator, plant and wildlife enthusiast, and regenerative landscape consultant who specializes in food forests, Pacific NW native plants, and beneficial wildlife habitat.
She has a background in school psychology; teaching and learning with children and adults in schools and the forest; leading natural landscaping companies for 18 years - currently Working With Nature; and volunteering with community gardens and plant-related endeavors - Beacon Food Forest for past 10 years.
These days Kimberly focuses on consulting and coaching. She loves inspiring people to think more holistically about their landscapes, and is on the Board of ecoTHRIVE Housing to create affordable eco-village model to replicate in King County & beyond!
While this class is part of a series of free classes being offered by the Beacon Food Forest Education Committee registration is required as space is limited.
Select the link below to register for one of 15 slots
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/explore-care-for-plant-guilds-tickets-661296294017
If the class fills up, you can join our wait list by sending your full name to asha@foodforest.ngo with your request.