Congregation Etz Chayim

This talk delves into the art of creating a vibrant, living garden that buzzes with life. We will explore how to design a resilient, year-round habitat that provides essential food and shelter for native bees, butterflies, and other vital pollinators. Learn the key principles of plant selection and garden ecology to transform any space into a beautiful, thriving ecosystem that supports local biodiversity. In addition to sharing her deep knowledge of local garden design, Juanita and Etz Chayim member Judy Serebrin will discuss how Juanita's teachings have informed the choices and recommendations Judy made regarding our new Etz Chayim Native Habitat Garden along Alma. Juanita Salisbury is an expert in landscape architecture and ecological design dedicated to reconnecting communities with their natural heritage. As the visionary founder of the Primrose Way Pollinator Gardens and a board member for the Friends of the Palo Alto Parks, she leverages her unique academic background—a PhD in Psychology and a degree in Landscape Architecture—to create gardens that are both ecologically resilient and profoundly resonant. Through her public design work, hands-on leadership, and popular talks, she champions a deeper understanding of our landscapes, one rooted in the beauty and biodiversity of California's native plants.