Garden Tour at the Sanderson Property
In 1992 Tami Sanderson purchased 10 acres of overgrazed horse pasture and a home near Keeneland. With the help/advice from KY Fish and Wildlife and the KY TNC biologists and botanists, she has restored this land to a native habitat that includes a tall grass meadow and a riparian zone with meandering stream. Tami's primary goal is to support neo-tropical migratory songbirds. Tami says that the gardens have become overgrown this summer because her mother's illness requires a lot of her attention, so she notes that the gardens are “not necessarily human inviting but the songbirds haven't minded.” I'm sure they love it!

In Tami's words: “Everyone is welcome, my ability to name plants is limited. I plant native species, forget their names, then move on to another part of the garden. So bringing along a native species botanist will make the tour more informative for your members. My knowledge will be in the process of restoration for songbirds, soil types and maintenance, and stream restoration. The neighbor's adjacent 10 acre property is exactly the same as mine was 15 years ago and offers excellent comparisons between an essentially sterile environment and one with abundant bio diversity.”

Time: 9am
Location: Near Keeneland. Directions and exact location coming soon.
Hospitality: Following our garden tour and discussion, we'll have some finger food and some time to socialize. Please bring the beverage of your choice. The rest will be provided