Mother Natives hosts ‘Grand Re-Opening’ celebration

Here’s a garden party for the whole family – including garden-friendly dogs.

Mother Natives – a Sacramento native plant nursery and non-profit gardening hub with plenty of spunk – celebrates its “Grand Re-Opening” on Saturday, Sept. 12. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.

From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., this event offers something for almost everyone. UC master gardeners will be on hand to demonstrate composting techniques and answer gardening questions. SMUD representatives will share information on their community programs and sustainability including free shade trees.

Several local vendors will offer their wares and expertise.

“JAH Herbs N Roots, Natalye Valentina, Plantitas En Barro, Wandering Camel Goods, and ZEN Af Vibe will be popping up in our courtyard, and Akela Hudson’s shop will be open during the event,” the hosts posted on Facebook. “Only Sunshine Sanctuary will be hosting a vegan bake sale and rabbit adoptions. Stop by to meet their rescued rabbits, learn about fostering, or maybe meet your new fluffy angel baby.”

Plus see some unique garden art. Said the hosts, “We’ll have two large Frying Pan Poppy piñata installations, approximately four feet tall, created by Sacramento State Fine Arts alumni Allison Beck and Alejandra Ruiz on display. We got a sneak peek. They’re incredible!”

For young gardeners, “Garden Club is back!” the hosts added. “Join us during the event to make California native wildflower seed bombs and create handmade ‘just because’ cards. Registration is free and all materials are provided.”

Mother Natives’ Community Seed Library also returns Saturday. It’s a great resource for beginning gardeners on a budget.

“Our Community Seed Library is a shared resource built around the idea that seeds should be accessible to everyone,” note the hosts. “Whether you’re growing vegetables, herbs, native plants, or cut flowers, we want this space to help more people grow, learn, and participate.

“The library runs on generosity, trust, and community care. Take what you need, grow what you can, and if you’re able, bring seeds back to share with others in the future.”