May 9, 2021

Restoring the Native Flora

Spadefoot Nursery strives to be a safe and inclusive space for flora, fauna, and human alike. (6:01)
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Spadefoot Nursery is more than just a place to buy plants. They are a community hub for Tucsonans interested in restoring the local ecology. Founded and run by Katy Gierlach, Jared McKinley, and Peter Gierlach (Petey Mesquitey), their emphasis is on growing native plants that support wildlife. Spadefoot Nursery strives to be a safe and inclusive space for flora, fauna, and human alike.

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