Boyd Hill Backyard Plant Giveaway | I Am Florida
Boyd Hill Backyard Plant Giveaway — St. Petersburg — 3010 31st st south, 3010 31st south, St. Petersburg, FL — 2026-11-07 — Florida Native Plant Society to “Take Over” Boyd Hill for Boyd Hill Backyard Plant Giveaway The Pinellas Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society is bringing a celebration of Florida’s native plants to Boyd Hill Nature Preserve on Saturday, November 7, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the Boyd Hill Backyard Plant Giveaway. Whether you’re a longtime native plant enthusiast or simply curious about how to create a more nature-friendly yard, the event offers an opportunity to discover Florida’s native plants and learn how they can benefit local wildlife and the environment. The Boyd Hill Backyard Plant Giveaway celebrates both Florida’s native plants and the people who love them. Native gardens can provide important habitat and help create connections for wildlife between protected parks and other natural areas. Even a small backyard garden can become part of a larger network of habitat. • Visitors can enjoy a full day of activities, including: • Free native plant seedlings, available while supplies last. • A lineup of Tampa Bay-area nurseries offering native plants and expert advice. • Youth activities designed to get young nature lovers engaged. • Educational presentations from local experts focused on water-wise landscaping and selecting plants that can thrive while helping homeowners navigate water restrictions. • Opportunities to learn more about native plants and how they can support wildlife in your own backyard. Event Details Who: All ages welcome What: Boyd Hill Backyard Plant Giveaway When: Saturday, November 7, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Where: Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 3010 31st St S, St. Petersburg, Florida Why: This event is about more than bringing plants home—it’s about creating small pockets of habitat that, together, can make a big difference for Florida’s ecosystem and wildlife. Parking is limited, so visitors are encouraged to plan accordingly. Attendees should also bring a small box or container to safely carry their new plants home. Please no garden carts! — 30 – Contact: Chad Hardy, organizer. 410-294-0989, chadchardy2070@gmail.com