Periwinkle Park on Sanibel recently announced that its partnership with SCCF helps encourage its residents to utilize native plantings and to support the ongoing re-greening of the island’s natural systems.

“By restoring and maintaining these natural spaces, we are helping to preserve the unique sanctuary that makes our barrier island so special,” said Perwinkle Park General Manager David Muench.

The family-owned park has worked with SCCF’s Native Landscapes & Garden Center on recent plantings that include hundreds of native trees, plants, and shrubs to create habitats for wildlife, including butterflies, songbirds, gopher tortoises, and bobcats. Periwinkle Park noted that it is seeing positive indicators of recovery.

The park has been an advocate for the importance of native plants for many years, even prior to Hurricane Ian. 

“Since the storm, they have diligently restored the Park’s property to showcase the beauty of our island’s flora, be a haven for local wildlife, and improve resilience. We are grateful for their leadership and commitment in promoting the island’s sanctuary nature,” said SCCF Adult Education Director Jenny Evans.

To find out how your business or residence can benefit from native plants, please stop by our Garden Center at 1300 Periwinkle Way. Summer hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday – Thursday.

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