ECOC: The Nature of Oaks

Headlines about the decline of the natural world have spurred homeowners across the country to take action by planting native species that will help reverse this trend. No plant will achieve this faster than one of North America’s 91 species of oaks. Oaks support more species of animals, sequester more carbon, protect watersheds and nourish soil communities better than any other trees on the continent. Dr. Doug Tallamy, author of The Nature of Oaks (2021), will discuss the many fascinating things happening to the oaks in his yard each month of the year. His hope is to inspire people to plant and protect these vital, majestic and life-giving trees. A book signing will follow the talk.
This event is made possible by a generous gift from The Echo Charitable Foundation.
It is co-sponsored by the Essex County Ornithological Club (ECOC).
About the Presenter
Doug Tallamy, Ph.D. is the T.A. Baker Professor of Agriculture in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware, where he has authored 106 research publications and has taught insect related courses for 41 years. Chief among his research goals is to better understand the many ways insects interact with plants and how such interactions determine the diversity of animal communities. His books have changed the conversation about gardening in America, and include: Bringing Nature Home; The Living Landscape, co-authored with Rick Darke; Nature’s Best Hope, a New York Times Best Seller; and The Nature of Oaks, winner of the American Horticultural Society’s 2022 book award. In 2021 he co-founded Homegrown National Park with Michelle Alfandari. His awards include recognition from The Garden Writers Association, The National Audubon Society, The National Wildlife Federation, Allegheny College, The Garden Club of America and The American Horticultural Association.