Corrected Links - NEW “Native Plants of Sanibel” Slideshow Available on the Web
In an effort to assist those interested in learning more about Sanibel’s most common native plants, City Vegetation Committee Member LeAnn Beanland has compiled a slideshow of pictures and botanical information for more than 40 species of Sanibel’s most common native trees and shrubs
News Release – For Immediate Release
June 7, 2012
City of Sanibel, FL
Contact: Natural Resources Department (239) 472-3700
Corrected Links - NEW “Native Plants of Sanibel” Slideshow Available on the Web
For each species, a variety of photos, taken mostly by Beanland herself, show the distinguishing characteristics of each plant, including leaf shape, flowers, fruits, growth habit and more. The Vegetation Committee is hopeful that the slideshow will be useful for landscape and vegetation contractors seeking to pass the City’s Vegetation Competency Course and for anyone else wanting to increase their knowledge of Sanibel’s native plants.
To view the slideshow (Adobe PDF), click here to view
Additionally, residents and visitors interested in the Island’s environmental issues are encouraged to access the second edition (2009) of the “Environmental Reference Handbook”, also available on www.mysanibel.com . Developed by the Vegetation Committee, this handbook was created to provide an overview and appreciation of the guidelines the City has put in place to protect our sanctuary Island. It outlines the major environmental issues that impact everyone living or doing business on Sanibel.
To view the handbook (Abode PDF), click here.
Residents who are interested in native plants and other environmental issues may also consider joining the Vegetation Committee. The Sanibel City Council is currently accepting applications. The Vegetation Committee meets the first Thursday of each month at 1:30 PM in MacKenzie Hall at City Hall, 800 Dunlop Road. Appointees must be residents of Sanibel and have passed the Vegetation Competency Test.
To learn more about the City’s Vegetation Committee or to obtain an Advisory Committee application, click here.